Why is Toviaz prescribed?

Toviaz (Fesoterodine Fumarate) is used to treat overactive bladder with symptoms of urinary frequency, urgency, and incontinence. It reduces spasms of the bladder muscles. Toviaz is available in strengths of 4mg and 8mg.

What is the most effective way to take Toviaz?

Read the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start using fesoterodine and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions regarding the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

• Taken by mouth with or without food, usually once a day, or as directed by your doctor.
• Take each dose with a full glass of liquid.
• Do not crush or chew extended-release tablets. Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects.
• Do not split the tablets unless they have a score line and your doctor or pharmacist tells you to do so. Swallow the whole or split tablet without crushing or chewing.
• Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. Remember to use it at the same time each day.
• Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often without your doctor's approval. Your condition will not improve any faster and the risk of serious side effects may be increased.

Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.

Fesoterodine may cause side effects including:

• dry mouth
• constipation or difficulty emptying the bladder
• dry eyes
• dry throat
• cough
• back pain

Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away. Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop taking fesoterodine and get emergency medical treatment:

• swelling of the face, throat, tongue, or lips
• hoarseness
• difficulty swallowing or breathing

Fesoterodine may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while you are taking this medication.

Why is Toviaz prescribed?

Toviaz is used to treat overactive bladder. It works by relaxing the muscles in the bladder, fesoterodine improves your ability to control your urination

What should I do if I miss a dose?

Skip the missed dose and take the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose

How should I store the medication?

Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture

What should I be aware of while using this medication?

You should not take Toviaz if you have uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma, or if you have a blockage of the urinary tract, stomach, or intestines. See the Cautions section and Side Effects section above for more.