Solifenacin for Urinary Frequency User Reviews (Page 2)

• HBDGR
• July 23, 2016

VESIcare (solifenacin) "I initially thought this medication might work. I woke up only 2-3 times each night for the first week and during the day felt I had a bit more control over my bladder. I now think that was merely wishful thinking. Last night (day 5 on the medication), I was up FIVE times. In addition, I have experienced weight gain of 3 pounds and in spite of REALLY wanting it to work, I am still having urge incontinance. This medication is garbage and the manufacturers are laughing all the way to bank. Over $1000.00 for a 3 month supply ($90.00 after insurance)and I am willing to toss it in the trash. That's what I think about Vesicare."

• she...
• March 31, 2016

VESIcare (solifenacin) "I started on a low dose 5mg of Vesicare for OAB. Worked by third dose. Its working really well for me, no more accidents, no side effects. I take mine with dinner as the evening was when I was up and down to the toilet, which was difficult as I have Rheumatoid arthritits and by the evening I don't want to be getting up and down and can not do so quickly. Also my Goldie dog tends to somehow always be laying in the wrong place when I'm in a hurry LOL. I notice it can make you drowsy and I have been sleeping really well and thats not because of not having to get up at night when in bed as that wasn't much of a problem anyway."

• Track...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 20, 2017

VESIcare (solifenacin) "My bladder weakness was so bad that sometimes I would literally wet myself if I needed to go. I had no control at all! I had to wear pads all the time. I went to the drs who at first suggested things like cutting out caffeine which irritates the bladder. This did help but I still had no control! I was prescribed vesicare 5mg and after about 3 days WOW! I no longer need a pad, I am able to hold on to my urine even if I am desperate! I occasionally forget to take one or 2 and I can tell the difference straight away as I lose control again! Amazing little pill!"

• cgal
• March 3, 2011

VESIcare (solifenacin) "Product works great, however I did experience some side effects, especially when I first started taking it, nothing that wasn't in the information though. I had fairly severe pain in my chest similar to heartburn pain, but this went away over time, and I only occasionally experience minor now (been on it for a year). I also did experience a little blurred vision at first, but again it has gone away. As I am only 43 years old, my doctor said I might be able to take it for a few months then stop, but that didn't work, had to go back on it again. Now I take it every other day, which is about 95% effective, but to me worth the trade-off of not taking so much medication at my age."

• Freed...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 19, 2018

VESIcare (solifenacin) "Had severe urge incontinence for 6 years before seeking help. Was put on Ditropan, then Mirbetriq, both of which helped for about 4 months, then stopped working. Dr. then put me on Vesicare 10 mg which caused SEVERE dry throat and mouth, hoarseness, and sores on tongue due to dryness. With reduction to 5 mg, I've been almost totally continent with no side effects for about 6 months. I hope it keeps on working."

• Lizdee
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 20, 2020

"I'm an otherwise healthy 24 year old. I've always gone to the bathroom to pee a little more than most people but about 2 weeks ago I started feeling like I ALWAYS needed to go, even right after peeing. After being tested for infections and given a bladder/kidney ultrasound my urologist prescribed me this. After 4 doses I feel almost completely normal. Side effects: dry eyes, dry mouth, slight dizziness at first. Worth it in my opinion!"

• Miche...
• February 1, 2016

VESIcare (solifenacin) "I am a 33 year old female with overactive bladder. Vesicare is the only medication that has literally fixed the problem. I didn't realize how bad my bladder problem was until I started taking it and realizing that I didn't have to get up 3-5 times at night and I didn't have that constant pinching in my bladder anymore. Now the problem is I can't afford Vesicare. I tried using that momentum program they have and that helped bring the price down, but my insurance company changed and now they want me to pay $210 a month. I just can't afford it."

• DGMcL...
• October 14, 2015

VESIcare (solifenacin) "This is my third time on vesicare. After seeing several doctors with symptoms of UTIs and having pathology determine there was no infection I was diagnosed with urethral syndrome. I usually take 5mg per day and the condition clears up within a week and I can stop the medication. No more tenderness, spasms or urgency. Some dry mouth, but that's easily solved."

• Shell...
• July 15, 2016

VESIcare (solifenacin) "Amazing results bladder wise. No more rushing to the toilet for fear of wetting. Dry throat for the first two months but better now. Worst problem is uncontrollable weight gain. This is frustrating as I have a heathy diet. My doctor doesn't seem to offer any help."

• marsy
• February 13, 2019

VESIcare (solifenacin) "I have had OAB for a couple of years now. I am 65 and am getting up 3-5 times a night.(this is my BIGGEST complaint) I do not leak . This I am thankful for . I was prescribed Mirabegron and took it for 6 wks and had side effects worse than I wanted. I went off it and my urologist prescribed Vesicare. I am reluctant to try this after reading the side effects that come with this medication. I am thinking just living with this is better than the horrible side effects. Wish there was a natural cure. Again the BIG PHARM making lots of money. thanks for everyones' comments. Even if some people feel it was helpful I think for most people it isn't worth it. OR, at least for me. I do not have to even pay a lot for any of these meds ( thanks to our wonderful medicare in Ont Canada). and still don't think I will even try this."

• nurse...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 19, 2017

VESIcare (solifenacin) "My bladder was out of control ! Having to urinate almost every 45 min to an hour. Seriously, I was going 25-30 times a day. It was awful. The Dr put me on Vesicare 5mg. It worked great from the 2-3 day..however after a week or so my symptoms came back. He decided to put me on the 10 mg. At first my mouth and eyes were very dry, I almost stopped taking it. I decided to give it some time and see what happened. The drug was a life saver for me, the dry mouth and eyes went away after the 2nd week. Constipation was kind of an issue but I started using Miralax and had no problems at all. Well that is until about 3-4 weeks of taking the 10 mg....It seems as though my symptoms are coming back."

• Crist...
• November 15, 2019

VESIcare (solifenacin) "My side effects from vesicare are constipation, dry mouth, dizziness, sore throat, itching burning. I have some reduction in urinary frequency but not enough to justify side effects. Took for 35 days"

• fire_...
• July 14, 2010

VESIcare (solifenacin) "VESIcare seems to be helping. Took Detrol LA for 2 months with some improvement. Changed to VESIcare for a month and went from going 18 times a day to 10 to 12, and only getting up once most nights. I am only 36 and still active and the only side effect I have noticed is I have stopped sweating. Real pain with my job (I'm a firefighter) but just try to think ahead and take measures to cool off as quick as I can."

• Wil
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 16, 2019

VESIcare (solifenacin) "Vesicare 10 mg is the only med that helped me control my OAB however at the price of $544 for 90 day supply I just couldn't afford to keep up with it. Will try those Botox injections as a last resort. So sad that I cannot afford my meds."

• Silly...
• April 30, 2015

VESIcare (solifenacin) "Have been on Vesicare for 3 or 4 years now and am on 10mg a day. I remember the doctor saying that dry mouth can be a side effect but now after reading all these comments about constipation and pain etc I'm a little concerned that she never warned me about these, although I have never experienced these if I had done I would have not connected it to being a side effect from the medication. I notice that if I stop taking it for a week or so things get bad and I have no control whatsoever. I feel like I will be on this medication for a very very long time but I guess its worth it. Even though I am taking 10mg a day I still go toilet a lot but I have some control back which is great, people still comment on the amount of times I go toilet."

• flowe...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 11, 2016

VESIcare (solifenacin) "I'm 21 and recently started taking VESIcare, at first it was 10mg but i literally could not poop i would go 2-3 days without pooping and had severe heartburn. My doctor lowered it to 5mg and it helps a bit with the urinating but i do notice in situations where i'm stressed it doesn't seem to work as well but when i'm relaxed its perfectly fine. Also, with the 5mg i'm still having constipation and only poop about every other day and i'm still having bad heartburn every few weeks or so. I'm not sure if i want to stick with this medication or not because i should not be having this bad of heartburn at 21."

• Over...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 17, 2017

VESIcare (solifenacin) "I have suffered from incontinence and over active bladder for many years and put up with it. I was prescribed a 5mg dose from the hospital doctor and although it didn't help with incontinence, it did help with a better urination flow and less frequent visits to the toilet, they upped the dose to 10 by the physiotherapist I was seeing about an overactive bladder and incontinence. I have had bad side effects of, pebble constipation, feeling very unwell with stuffed up nose, sore throat, very tired, stomach upset including acid, chest pain and have now had the meds stopped by my GP as it could be causing my blood pressure to drop. I was really happy in the beginning with the benefits of the vesicare medication but the bad outweighs the good."

• NUP
• February 17, 2016

VESIcare (solifenacin) "I am a 38 year old female diagnosed with MSK, Overactive Bladder and Stomach Ulcers. I've been prescribed Vesicare and have been taking it for a few weeks. I have noticed that I'm not getting up as much at night but I still sometimes have to run to the restroom during the day. My concerns after taking this med is I'm not feeling like myself. And after reading the side effects I have noticed that I'm experiencing everything listed literally. I'm also afraid it may be interacting with my other meds. This medication is expensive also, don't think I should continue to use it especially since I'll have to take it for the remainder of my life. Continuing on my search for relief."

• Springs
• October 25, 2016

VESIcare (solifenacin) "Have taken 5 Vesicare and I can only say I have become housebound. The side effectts have been horendous. Visual disturbances, dizzy, blinding head pains, totally confused. I live alone and need to go to the shops but can't drive in this state. CN anyone tell me now long these side effects will last. Was going to try to give it a week but dont know if I can last that long .Help."

• ngran...
• August 19, 2017

VESIcare (solifenacin) "I've been on this medication for one week (10mg) and have found it to work quite well. I'm not running to the bathroom constantly and I am able to hold my urine until I can get there when I do have to go. I am experiencing dry mouth, which I hope will go away, and I have been a little drowsy but neither of these side effects are unmanageable. I started taking Metamucil 2x daily and have not been constipated yet. I will keep taking it but may try cutting the pills in half to make the prescription last longer (expensive!)"

• Ginger
• February 2, 2018

VESIcare (solifenacin) "I have been struggling with Urinary urgency and leakage for at least a year. I finally gave in and saw a Urologist. Just 1 pill gave me the relief I needed. I am so grateful! The only side effect is dry mouth. It is well worth it! Just 5 mg. once daily has been my dose. What a great product! Thank you! Now I can get on with my life!"

• gavem...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 17, 2023

"I’m in my mid-twenties and struggled with an Overactive bladder (OAB) for ten years. Once I finally got a doctor to listen to my concerns, do testing, and get a diagnosis - I was put on solifenacin (10 mg daily). Solifenacin has changed my life. Before solifenacin, I consistently felt the need to pee but didn’t have any urine. I would spend a minimum of 15 minutes waiting until I did need to pee and even then, I still struggled. It burned when I urinated and my bladder often felt heavy. After taking solifenacin, my quality of life has increased significantly and my time spent in the bathroom has decreased significantly. I went from being unable to go on drives longer than 30 minutes to being able to go on 3+ hour road trips."

• Gyndo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 1, 2014

VESIcare (solifenacin) "Took this medicine along with Uroxatral for slow stream and urinary frequency, both secondary to radiation cystitis caused by brachytherapy. Vesicare caused slight mouth dryness at 5mg, severe mouth dryness and bad taste at 10mg. "

• Teresa...
• February 10, 2016

VESIcare (solifenacin) "I had a urinary tract infection and the doctor ordered it to help me urinate less until the antibiotics kicked in. It probably did help for that but generally I haven't seen a big difference. I would say that I am about the same as I usually am. The first time I took it was in the evening and I was extremely tired and wanted to sleep around 8pm )I usually only go to bed/sleep around midnight. Yesterday I was completely zonked. I slept for most of the day. Last night I was looking online on my phone and was searching can a UTI make you tired and came across this site. I realized that my vision is blurry (I thought it was just being over tired) and that it can cause "fatique". I hadn't put these down to side effects. I am stopping immediately"

• Anonymous
• March 5, 2011

VESIcare (solifenacin) "I got positive results after the first tablet. I stayed with the medication for two weeks but had to discontinue use due to constipation. In fact the constipation was so bad in the second week I was giving myself enemas to get relief. "