Sanctura (generic name: trospium) is a medication used to manage overactive bladder, urinary incontinence and urinary frequency. According to MedlinePlus, Sanctura is an anticholinergic medication used to relax your bladder tone and prevent your urinary symptoms. Typically, you will take 20mg of Sanctura twice a day, according to the National Library of Medicine.
Routine Side Effects
In a placebo-controlled study of 591 patients receiving 20mg of Sanctura twice daily, the National Library of Medicine says that 20.1 percent had dry mouth, 9.6 percent developed constipation, 9 percent experienced stomach pain, and 7 percent developed indigestion and flatulence (gas). Additionally, 4.2 percent had a headache, 1.9 percent developed fatigue, and 7 percent had dry eyes and urinary retention. Drugs.com says that Sanctura can also cause a skin rash and blurry vision. Notify your physician when these side effects last for three or four days.
Harmful Side Effects
MedlinePlus states that Sanctura can cause trouble urinating, hives, itching, dysphagia (trouble swallowing) and trouble breathing. Other side effects include tachycardia (fast heartbeat), vomiting, dry skin and stomach distention. Sanctura may also cause palpitations (pounding heartbeat), chest pain, syncope (fainting), hallucinations, rhabdomyolysis (skeletal muscle breakdown) and a heart rhythm disorder called supraventricular tachycardia. Get medical help immediately to reverse these effects.
Drugs.com warns that you should avoid getting dehydrated, as Sanctura decreases sweating. This may lead to a heat stroke. Drink plenty of fluids to make sure you are adequately hydrated.
Warnings
Do not take Sanctura if you are hypersensitive to its ingredients. You may develop trouble breathing, hives, and swelling of your lips, tongue and face.
The National Library of Medicine says that you should not take Sanctura if you have urinary problems such as urinary outflow obstruction. It may lead to urinary retention.
Take caution when using Sanctura if you suffer from ulcerative colitis (type of inflammatory disorder) or glaucoma (eye disease). The National Library of Medicine says that taking Sanctura while having these conditions may lead to reduced gastrointestinal movement.
MedlinePlus says that you should tell your doctor whether you are taking such drugs as digoxin, ipatroprium, metformin, tenofovir and procainamide. Combining Sanctura with these medications can lead to serious side effects.
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