Oxybutynin for Urinary Frequency User Reviews (Page 3)

• Anonymous
• December 27, 2008

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) "This patch provided much needed relief from my constant need for a bathroom. I can now enjoy so many things that I could not do before the patch like the movies, walking, or running errands without looking for a bathroom. The only draw back is the sticky adhesive marks left by the patch. But these sticky adhesive marks come off with bath oil and a finger nail brush."

• need...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 5, 2016

"I have only rated this med a 1 simply because of the side effects. I am SO disappointed. The meds actually work so well, I went from going to the bathroom every 20 minuets and 5 or 6 times a night to around 8 times a day, BUT oh my the side effects. After 2 days I had to stop the medication. The worst migraine of my life, nausea, dizzyness, blurred vision, and I felt like my heart was about to jump out of my chest. PLEASE who ever makes this please fix the side effects, so that I can take this med."

• whenne
• September 29, 2020

Ditropan (oxybutynin) "I got put on Ditropan for over active bladder. I had bladder pain a lot too. It helped with not having to have to go pee all the time. The side effect would give me actual contraction as if I was in the early stages of labor. And my back next to my kidneys would be so painful, it would radiate to my stomach. the pain was extreme. I went to the hospital to get checked out. Luckily I was fine nothing was a wrong. I had to stop taking the medicine"

• Anonymous
• April 11, 2012

Ditropan (oxybutynin) "Using for bladder problems (inflexible bladder muscles). Lengthens the time between needing to go and stops the spasms while trying to hold on. Only the maximum dose really does much. Makes me drowsy and makes my mouth so dry it gets sore. It's better than nothing at all."

• Dria
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 25, 2015

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) "I've been on the patch for almost 24 hours now. the only issue i am having is bad stomach cramps along with diarrhea so hopefully that stops in the next few days. I don't want to get my hopes up just yet but I have noticed that the urgency & frequency has decreased for me."

• Anonymous
• July 12, 2010

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) "Red, raised skin, itchy and uncomfortable reaction at each site to adhesive that was lasting for a week - so not only site with a patch but also from the previous patch. Dry mouth, dizziness and nausea but yes reduced need to run for the bathroom just the side effects starting causing as many problems as it was meant to be solving."

• bad...
• March 2, 2017

"I have been taking this medication for one month and while it works great for my overactive bladder problem, the side effects are so great I have stopped taking it as of yesterday. I can deal with the dry mouth and sinus problems, but in the 3rd week I developed severe dizziness/vertigo and that I can't deal with. I will try something else now."

• Simdiva
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 13, 2016

Ditropan (oxybutynin) "Medicine made me feel very ill, nausea, extreme drowsiness, slept twelve hours after just two doses. Had difficulty swallowing and it felt like their were sticks in my throat. The drug did not seem to work that well but stopped taking due to the side effects."

• Mona
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 19, 2019

"I have been taking 5mg oxybutynin twice a day for about a month now for my overactive bladder. I’m 55. I have sporadic stomach pain, bloating, dry mouth, dry eyes. I’m concerned about the stomach pain and wonder if I should stop taking the medicine. It has helped me going from 6 trips to the bathroom to about 3. Any feedback about my stomach pain is appreciated."

• Noctu...
• January 23, 2015

"Have used this for 3-1/2 years. It seemed to lose effectiveness after 2-1/2 years. But it is still helpful. I still go frequently and get up 2-3 times at night (vs 3-4 times), but it takes "the edge off" and I can wait longer and feel less urgency. I take 5mg at night. I've stopped taking it for 60 days at a time on two separate occassions and I can clearly see the medicine helps a lot."

• windbag
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 9, 2015

"Worked really well to keep my urination down from 20 times a day to maybe 6 depending of course on the amount of liquid I consume. I was also prescribed this to help with my out of control sweating, and it has helped immensely with this problem also. I do experience severe dry mouth, but I keep gum or a drink handy always. To me, the dry mouth is a worthwhile trade off for the benefits I get."

• Despe...
• June 18, 2013

"First day on Oxybutynin and the urge to urinate every 1 to 5 minutes is gone. Lately it had gotten so bad that I almost wet myself inside a movie theater. I had to run out of the theater, without being able to tell my date where I was running to. I've had this problem for years, but no more with Oxy. My problem slowly progressed to a near incontinence. I have previously tried Detro LA, but had serious side-effects and had to quit that one. With Oxybutynin, I still don't have any side-effects. I feel great, sharp and able to concentrate, so far."

• Bijoux
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 24, 2015

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) "I think the patch worked better for me in the beginning. Less effective now. As far as the sticking I found it works best on my lower back area. You have to make sure there is no lotion or soap where you apply and then hold your hand over the patch for at least 15 sec. to make sure it adheres. The heat of your hand activiates the adhesive. Didn't work on my abdomen, caused severe itching but not on my backside. My local Walmart is out of stock. I am going to try eBay."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 7, 2017

Ditropan (oxybutynin) "Took for 2 weeks... discontinued because my throat and sinuses were so dry I was having trouble breathing. Plus, it didn't help with frequency...in fact, it seemed to lessen the time between urges. It has been over a week and I'm just starting to feel normal with my breathing!"

• Memor...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 7, 2018

"I experienced every side effect from oxybutynin that there is. I had to stop taking it after 8 days. I started having involuntary rapid eye movement, massive burning in my chest, dry eyes and throat, dry mouth, bad taste in my mouth, palpitations and anxiety. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. It never worked for the problem it was prescribed for, it only added extra problems."

• Bob...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 28, 2015

Ditropan XL (oxybutynin) "Works very well for urgency, etc. An obscure side effect is diminished ability to achieve an erection (and I believe diminished sex drive as well). In addition, I developed dry mouth (no big deal). I tried the generic for Trospium extended release which did not have the same issues but probably was less effective for bladder control. PS My bladder situation was mild to moderate."

• Jane
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 4, 2018

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) "48 hours after I began the oxytrol patch, I have a large bright red mark on my abdomen. It.looks like blisters or a burn. I removed the patch. I also am now experiencing abdominal spasms, An intense fluttering In my lower abdomen. I did not see this anywhere listed as a side effect. I'm very disappointed I had high hopes for this product"

• Rain
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 9, 2021

"The side effects are horrible! For me it causes really bad dizziness, and blurred vision and my eyes don't focus like they should, it also causes me to feel spaced out and it effects my cognitive function, I've had really bad short term memory with this drug, and the dry eyes and dry mouth are horrible. It has mostly helped with my overactive bladder, but I don't think it's worth the side effects."

• Bekin...
• August 25, 2018

"I was recently diagnosed with OAB a few weeks ago after suffering for the passed three months. I was prescribed so many medications leading up to my diagnosis and they all made it worse. My urologist prescribed oxybutynin 5mg twice a day. I’m on day 6 and my side effects are extreme fatigue, extreme dry eyes to the point where no eye drops help me, constipation and extreme dry mouth. Yes it improved my bladder symptoms but personally, I don’t think it’s worth it"

• blue...
• October 3, 2015

"Oxybutynin works very well at taking the urgency of needing the bathroom away. I am so pleased with that part of it but the side effects have become unbearable. I am severely tired due to insomnia, I could sleep all day everyday and then the foggy brain seems to be getting worse . I also have the tingle feet which just about drives me crazy - omg - I can't stand it. I am on 5mg twice a day, I have tried taking it at night and afternoon then morning and afternoon. Afternoon and night and nothing changes. I am so tired of being tired. I am thinking a doctor visit is in the best future. Sometimes I think sleeping on the toilet would be a lot better than these side effects."

• Idaho...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 18, 2018

Oxytrol (oxybutynin) "So I have multiple sclerosis/frequent and urgent bladder issues. I used these patches for several years with very good results. Worked best for 3 days, wearing for 4 days not as good on last day. Adhesive stays on after removing patch and built up over a period of time causing skin irritation and redness. Worked best on abdomen, not as well on buttocks. Did not stick well or stay on hip. I think the reason it didn't stay as well on hip & bottom was because of heat in those areas. Overall very satisfied with product."

• Medfl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 3, 2020

"I was running to the bathroom constantly to release urine. Many times I did not get there in time. After several months, I asked my Urologist to address this. He prescribed Oxybutynin Chloride ER (Oral). Within 24 hours, my frequency was greatly extended so that I could drive my car without having an accident and sit outside without bolting to the bathroom. I have no side effects yet. I had retrograde ejaculation before I started this new med. This med has brought me back to a normal lifestyle."

• Will...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 17, 2022

Ditropan XL (oxybutynin) "On this for Nocturnal Enuresis and I am absolutely LOVING to have this medication, completely helps with my condition! Have not had any of the symptoms that some of the people's reviews on this website have seemed to experience! Have taken this for about a week, and would DEFINITELY recommend this drug to someone with my condition or others seen in the reviews! I love this 10g extended relief med!"

• Ktoth...
• November 19, 2017

"I had bladder spasms to where I was peeing every 5 mins. Painful bladder area on stomach.. 1st 2 days on drug terrible headache. After that miracle pill. I am now peeing every 3 hours. Bladder pain is gone. I've been on it for 30+ days."

• Juls
• January 10, 2021

"I am 61 years old and I started taking 5mg Oxybutynin ER about two months ago I made the decision yesterday to stop taking it I seem to have more urgency to go now than I did before and I have severe I mean severe dry mouth and dry eyes it’s not worth it to me to suffer with that ! I was told all of those symptoms would go away it has made my life miserable so I stopped taking it yesterday ."