Oxybutynin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• So Pl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 1, 2013

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) for Urinary Incontinence "The Oxytrol patch is a life changer for me. I was up to the highest poise product, short of a brief, and keeping extra clothes at work. I am 57. I woke up the first morning after applying the patch the evening before and knew this was the answer for me. I was able to calmly walk to the bathroom, only feeling a slight bladder fullness, and not the desperate 'it's too late' urgency. All day now, I can walk calmly to the bathroom, and only feel the slight bladder fullness when needing to go. I can't remember feeling this way in a long, long time. I have not had a single 'leak' or urgency feeling while wearing the patch. Thank you, thank you, thank you."

• Toots
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 12, 2021

For Hyperhidrosis "Have had excessive sweating since puberty. Any change in outside temp on skin; exertion; stress ; etc. brings on large drop sweating thru out my hair, face and neck so bad that I look like I just came out of a shower w/ my clothes on except that the drops just keep on dropping. My Hyperhydrosis stems from: Thyroid Disease, Lupus, Type II Diabetes, hi-dose Prednisone, Fibromyalgia, Stenosis, severe Psyatica and extreme pain to name just a few of my ailments...But I live with these things - they're manageable. But the Sweating is horrendous. People kept asking me If I needed help cause I look like I'm having a heart attack. My Endo put me on Oxybutynin 5mg/2 day 3 wks ago and for the last 3 weeks I barely sweat. Now instead of sweating I'm crying tears of joy! Yes my side effects include dry mouth, skin, & eyes; dizziness; weakness; sleepiness; but all these are manageable. I can go out in public again! Get out amongst the living so to speak! Get Dry..Get Happy. Good Luck."

• noheat
• March 25, 2011

For Hyperhidrosis "I started using this in September 2010, and it has been the solution I thought I'd never find. Over sweating even during winter was such an embarrassing thing in public situations, sweaty palms on my face and on other areas of my body. Yes, there are side effects; it makes my mouth and other areas, including my skin, very dry. I increase my liquid intake and chew gum now and then to counteract the total dryness. Along with using a regular lotion like cocoa butter before bed. It also causes a bit of dizziness and a zombie-like feeling, which starts about an hour after taking a 2x 5mg dose. To overcome this, I just time it into my schedule where I don't anticipate doing anything of significant or demanding. This will probably sound strange to someone who does not suffer from over sweating, but for those that do, it is a worthy sacrifice."

• Drew
• November 3, 2014

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) for Urinary Incontinence "I recently started using the patch. I have had to wear a pad every day prior to using it. I'm only on day 6, second patch, and I feel like my life has changed. I can walk, exercise, even sneeze, and have no problem. I was concerned about the adhesive because I have allergies and sensitive skin, but I haven't had an issue. I place the patch on my lower abdomen off to the side. I removed the excess adhesive with baby oil and q-tips. It came right off. I'll definitely keep using this product."

• MISS...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 16, 2014

For Hyperhidrosis "I have been on Oxybutynin for hyperhidrosis since September of 2013. It has changed my life. I went to Mexico this past December and was amazed at how much less sweating I had. Prior, I was becoming a recluse as it was so embarrassing to go out in public. My air conditioner ran non-stop all summer! Every now and then I 'break' out in a sweat, but it is mild and not a big deal. The one side effect I have with it is that after taking 2 x 5mg a day I get extremely tired and feel kind of like I am 'out of it'. I now take it at bedtime, as it actually helps me fall asleep quicker (I had terrible insomnia as well). Mouth is very dry, but it has forced me to increase my water intake, which is good anyway. This is such a relief!"

• Patt...
• October 3, 2013

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) for Urinary Frequency "I have had the patch on for 24 hours, don't even know it is there. I cannot believe its effectiveness. The constant urge to urinate is gone! I have no feeling that I will have an accident and I don't have to visit the bathroom constantly to make sure my bladder is empty! My bladder actually feels calm. All other methods I have tried were failures right from the onset of use."

• Now...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 28, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "I started taking oxybutynin a year-and-a-half ago. I was constantly getting up every hour all night long and getting very little sleep. I am now able to sleep 4 to 5 hours and not have to run the minute I wake up into the bathroom. It has been such a relief. The lack of sleep has been going on for 4 years and was just getting worse. Yes I do get a little bit of dry mouth, but some of my other medications have that same side effect so I just use Biotene to solve that problem. I wish I had known for years ago about this drug. Mine is a prescription in New York state and it is covered by Medicare and is very reasonable."

• Alxx
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 6, 2016

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) for Urinary Frequency "Okay. I've been using this for a few months now, and it's changed everything for me. It started working right away for me - I went to dinner with friends on the second night I had this on, and didn't have to go to the restroom once. Then, I walked around a park for a while with no urge. I got home before I even had to pee. AND I DRANK BOTH WATER AND COLA at the restaurant. I notice it starts to lose its effectiveness over time, sometimes well before the 4 days. Not sure if that's because of the chosen locations or what. Now and then, I take a week-long break altogether... Then try again and it works again. I guess I build up resistance over time and it needs to be reset. I use a waterproof bandage adhesive over the top of the patch to keep it on."

• sweaty...
• February 26, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "I lived in Southeast Asia. Basically, it is summer all year round over here. I have been suffering from craniofacial hyperhidrosis since young. The condition got progressively worse over the years, especially in the last three years. It has affected my personal life, my career, and my psychological state of mind. Because I was so afraid of sweating, I developed social anxiety. Earlier this week, I decided to seek help for it and I found Oxybutynin as an oral treatment for HH. By the second day of taking it, my sweating was reduced by 70%. On the third and subsequent days, I have been basically sweat-free. It has been years since I last felt this good! I regained my confidence, became more sociable, got my career back on track, and got my life back."

• Bobbi...
• February 7, 2011

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) for Urinary Frequency "For two years urologists tried six different pill-form medications to try to help me with my 24/7 discomfort, pain, bladder spasms and need to use the bathroom a dozen or more times daily. It was horror, and nothing came close to helping until I was finally given the Oxytrol patch. Over a period of less than one week, it was as if my life was given back to me. Period. I was able to visit places without stopping to 'go' continually; again we enjoyed marital intimacy; and I no longer went sleepless or suffered terrible pain-- or a single side-effect. Thank you for your joint efforts in the launch of this medication. You have given many back a Life. I will be glad to boast your praises anytime, anywhere--for free."

• Victo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 15, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "21 years of age and I have been suffering with palmar hyperhidrosis from being in primary school. As I've gotten older, it has spread to other parts of my body, which makes this condition even more embarrassing. After going to the doctors and being given Driclor (which does not work) and being told there is nothing else they can do, I gave up all hope and thought, well, that's it, I'm going to suffer with this forever. Until one day I decided to look deeper online and I found this website and read the reviews of Oxybutynin - I booked an appointment with my doctor straight away and asked him to prescribe this medication - 10 days after I'm hyperhidrosis free. I still cry now, the sweating has stopped completely. Highly recommend!"

• Pixie...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 7, 2020

For Hyperhidrosis "I've been on Methadone maintenance for 5 years. Shortly after starting quickly realized it was making me sweat profusely on my face and neck. The sweating would start if I exerted myself any amount or was in the smallest amount of heat. I read about methadone induced hyperhidrosis. And I tried the vitamins and other treatments. Nothing worked. ever. One day I came across a study that found Oxybutynin had a dramatic effect on some people's hyperhidrosis. So I said why not try it. I was absolutely shocked on the first day. I use the patches and a few hours after applying I was not sweating and I realized it while out in the heat of summer. I was so happy. I've been using them now for 2 years and I'll never stop. You can buy the patches at Walmart, RiteAid or on Amazon. The patches are Oxytrol. They stay on for 3 to 5 days."

• skh4you
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 24, 2014

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) for Urinary Frequency "For me, it took two patches, but on the fifth day they really started working! I am 63 and have had trouble with overactive bladder for the past ten years, off and on. It gets worse depending on what I ingest, food and medication wise. I am now in the bathroom every couple of hours instead of every half hour and always feeling the urge like I was. It's wonderful. Thanks for this product!"

• Theresa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 8, 2013

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) for Urinary Frequency "I want to thank Merck and its scientists that developed this patch, and I am so glad it is over the counter now. I have worn the patch for one month now. I am on my second box and will be purchasing a third and so on... Oxytrol has changed my life back to normal. No more standing up and urine flowing out uncontrollably anymore. No more 12-15 trips to the bathroom a day. I travel, and now I can drive for 2-3 hours at a time without stopping for a bathroom. Now I change the patch on day 4. I did try to hold out for the 4th night, and while I did not have the urgency problem, I did have to urinate more frequently than if I go four days and three nights. The adhesive problems and the crinkling, I DON'T CARE, better than a diaper."

• Emano
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 2, 2020

For Hyperhidrosis "I was diagnosed with Hyperhidrosis about 20 years ago and tried everything they had available at the time to get it under control. Nothing worked well enough to off set the side effects I was having so I waited until I was 14 to have a Sympathectomy. That worked pretty well on my hands and feet but really only pushed the sweating to my stomach, back, and thighs. At the time oxybutynin was never used for sweat but I was willing to try anything my doctor suggested. It worked surprisingly well and I am still taking it 15 years later. I recommend it to everyone who will listen."

• Rosey
• August 20, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "I started taking oxybutynin 2 weeks ago after years of suffering from head and facial sweating. I asked my doctor if I could try it to see if it helped with my sweats. I am so glad that I did. What a difference it has made, sweats are totally gone. Yes, I do have a very dry mouth but it's a small price to pay. I know this medication does not work for everyone but thankfully it worked for me."

• Angi
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 3, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "I have hyperhidrosis and started oxybutynin. It has literally gave me back my life! I wasn’t even able to go to the grocery store I’m the middle of winter without my head and hair being drenched in sweat!! I only wore a light sweater over a tank top!! It’s summer now and I can go outside with my grandson and daughter without passing out from sweat. I’m so thankful I was put on this medication!!"

• Detroit...
• December 3, 2013

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) for Urinary Incontinence "I am 23 years old and dealing with a couple types of incontinence. Before I talked to my doctor about it, I came across these in my grocery store. I bought them on a whim and tried them out. It works really well, no more leaking or stress incontinence. Within 12 hours, I was no longer running to the bathroom. The only side effect I have is some constipation. A change in diet and laxatives seem to help. The patch is rather uncomfortable at times, but I'm still experimenting with placement. I change it every 4 or 5 days because the adhesive comes off after a while, usually in the shower. I'd like to see a better material, but I'm content for now. It's a lot better than taking a pill every day."

• Linda
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 11, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "I started oxybutynin 5mg 3 times a day two months ago for bladder control due to MS. Previously I had been on Tolterodine, but when I went on Medicare they did not want to cover it at first. However, I got an exception to use it, but still decided to try Oxybutynin because it cost $2 compared to $163 a month for the Tolterodine. The Oxybutynin does help with frequency of needing to urinate, however, the side effects I experienced have made me decide to go "cold turkey" for awhile and see how I get along. I had dry mouth, dry skin and unusually dry and cracked fingertips, gas, loose bowels, heartburn, bloating and burping. Additionally, when I did have to urinate, I had a hard time getting started and making sure my bladder was empty. That could be a combination of MS symptoms and drug side effects, but I did not have that feeling on Tolterodine."

• AdamB...
• October 29, 2020

For Hyperhidrosis "What a difference oxybutynin has made to my quality of life, I started developing symptoms of cranium (facial) hyperhydrosis (sweating) around 10 years ago in school, I would sit there in class and start to panic that I might suddenly burst out sweating. This continued for the next 10 years and made social situations really awkward and my anxiety grew with this. I would turn to alcohol as much as possible to try and remain calm, as I just knew the slightest trigger would set me off. This disease has had such a negative impact on my life and I took it upon myself 12 months ago to do everything I could to get some relief. I started with the Driclor and then even had botox, none of which worked. I finally found Oxybutynin for sweating through this forum and got prescribed it from the doc. What a difference to my life it has made and the sweating has almost completely stopped. Highly recommend this drug to anyone that suffers from this disease and the dry mouth subsides after a few weeks."

• Anonymous
• July 24, 2010

For Hyperhidrosis "I have been on this medication for about a month and I am so thankful for it! I am on another medication that causes me to sweat excessively; so bad that it was interfering with my daily life. My doctor wrote me a script for oxybutynin 5mg and it has worked so great to help me not sweat so much. I don't have bladder issues, but it's great for people who have major sweating problems!"

• Dalmeny
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 23, 2019

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) for Urinary Incontinence "Whilst my problem is not major I did have issues with the patch staying on and the sticky black residue when I took it off. The patch would only stay on for about 24 hours. I haven't had any side effects. I found a solution for the patches coming off etc. - use an alcohol wipe to clean the skin, leave the skin to dry then put the patch on, then cover it with a patch of Elastoplast Elastowrap (or similar) bigger that the actual patch (about the size of the Oxytrol packaging) - I cut mine from the roll and make sure you cut the corners to make a curve. I when my patch is due to come off I take my patch off whilst in the shower with the water spraying on the area as this reduces the redness left by the patch. I found this out by trial and error, and hope this helps you."

• caren4u
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 1, 2017

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) for Urinary Frequency "This is my first day of using Oxytrol...Amazing ....there is no comparison in the difference...I have not had urgency, leakage, or inability to control....I will continue to buy this product. I tried Azo...and it did not help at all....I am more than pleased with the Oxytrol...."

• Stepp...
• August 27, 2014

For Hyperhidrosis "I've been on 10 mg ER for 2 weeks. It is a MIRACLE! I've had super sweats for 14 years of misery due to autoimmune disorders. I am now pinching myself because I went to a new dermatologist who prescribed this. Now, I get to live a normal life!"

• Female...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 21, 2013

Ditropan (oxybutynin) for Urinary Frequency "It definitely helps with 'urgency' - I can now hang on for a while (up to an hour), whereas before I had to go immediately. My main concern with it is a feeling of vagueness and slight difficulty focusing mentally, starting around an hour after I take it and lasting 2-3 hours. It seems to be increasing. I am concerned enough about this that I am considering stopping Ditropan. Another side effect is a dry mouth. I need to have frequent sips of water, and the dryness wakes me up 2-3 times a night."