Vesicare is available as an oral tablet and should be taken exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. The tablet should be swallowed whole with water or another liquid. Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet, as this may affect how the medication is absorbed and how well it works.
Vesicare is usually taken once daily, with or without food. To help maintain a consistent level of medication in your body, try to take it at approximately the same time each day.
Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions carefully and do not take more or less medication than prescribed. Taking extra doses will not improve your symptoms faster and may increase the risk of side effects.
Recommended Dosage
The usual starting dose of Vesicare is:
- 5 mg taken by mouth once daily
If the 5 mg dose is well tolerated and additional symptom control is needed, your healthcare provider may increase the dose to:
- 10 mg taken by mouth once daily
Your healthcare provider will determine the most appropriate dose based on your symptoms, overall health, and response to treatment.
Dosage Adjustments
People with certain liver or kidney conditions may require lower doses of Vesicare.
For individuals with moderate liver impairment, the dose should generally not exceed:
Vesicare is generally not recommended for people with severe liver impairment.
For individuals with severe kidney impairment, doses are generally not recommended to be greater than:
Be sure to inform your healthcare provider if you have a history of liver disease or kidney disease before starting treatment.
Taking Vesicare Regularly
For the best results, take Vesicare consistently every day, even if your symptoms begin to improve. Overactive bladder symptoms may gradually improve over several weeks, and continued use is often necessary to maintain symptom control.
Do not stop taking Vesicare without consulting your healthcare provider, as your symptoms may return.
Important Administration Information
- Take Vesicare exactly as prescribed.
- Swallow the tablet whole with water.
- Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet.
- Take the medication once daily, with or without food.
- Take it at approximately the same time each day.
- Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions regarding dosage adjustments.
- Inform your healthcare provider if you have liver or kidney problems.
Regular follow-up appointments can help your healthcare provider monitor your response to treatment, manage any side effects, and determine whether your dosage needs adjustment. Consistent use of Vesicare can help improve bladder control, reduce urinary urgency and frequency, and improve quality of life for people with overactive bladder.
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