Fesobig 8 Tablet ER
Fesobig 8 Tablet ER is an antispasmodic medicine used to treat overactive bladder in adult patients. It relaxes the bladder muscles and improves their ability to control urination. It also helps to reduce urine leakage and feelings of needing to urinate right away.
Fesobig 8 Tablet ER
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About This Medicine
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Fesobig 8 Tablet ER is an antispasmodic medicine used to treat overactive bladder in adult patients. It relaxes the bladder muscles and improves their ability to control urination. It also helps to reduce urine leakage and feelings of needing to urinate right away.
Fesobig 8 Tablet ER is an antispasmodic medicine used to treat overactive bladder in adult patients. It relaxes the bladder muscles and improves their ability to control urination. It also helps to reduce urine leakage and feelings of needing to urinate right away.
Fesobig 8 Tablet ER may be taken with or without food. However, take it in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor to get the most benefit. It is also advised to take this medicine at the same time each day to avoid missing a dose. Do not not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.
The most common side effects of Fesobig 8 Tablet ER are dry mouth and constipation. Drinking plenty of water might help you cope with these side effects. Sometimes, Fesobig 8 Tablet ER may also make you feel dizzy or sleepy or blur your vision; in such scenarios, do not drive or do things that require concentration. Consumption of alcohol must be avoided as alcohol can aggravate the side effects of this medication. If any of the side effects persist or get worse, consult the doctor.
Before taking Fesobig 8 Tablet ER, inform your doctor if you are on any other medication or have any other health conditions. You should also inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients with liver or kidney disease must be cautious while receiving the prescription as they require regular follow-ups as per the doctor’s advice.
03Uses
Treatment of Overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fesobig 8 Tablet ER may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Fesobig 8 Tablet ER works by relaxing the bladder muscles to increase the quantity of urine your bladder can hold and preventing them from causing incontinence. This further prevents urgent, frequent, or uncontrolled urination.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Fesobig Tablet ER?
A: If you miss a dose of Fesobig 8 Tablet ER, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms
Overactive bladder (OAB) causes frequent and sudden urges to urinate that may be difficult to control. Patients may feel like they need to pass urine many times during the day and night, and some may also experience unintentional urine release. Fesobig 8 Tablet ER provides relief from these symptoms.
08Side Effects
Dryness in mouth
Constipation
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fesobig 8 Tablet ER. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Fesobig 8 Tablet ER during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CAUTION
Fesobig 8 Tablet ER should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Fesobig 8 Tablet ER alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Fesobig 8 Tablet ER in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Fesobig 8 Tablet ER in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect of Fesobig 8 Tablet ER. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake, and sugarless candy may help.
Caffeinated drinks like tea, coffee, and cola may make your symptoms worse since caffeine increases urine flow and will make you want to pass urine. If you drink a lot of caffeine-containing drinks, consider switching to decaffeinated alternatives.
Your doctor may suggest that you do some pelvic floor exercises to strengthen the muscles around the underside of your bladder to improve your symptoms.
Avoid drinking too much water before sleeping to reduce the desire to urinate at night, which may lead to disturbed sleep.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect of Fesobig 8 Tablet ER. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake, and sugarless candy may help.
Caffeinated drinks like tea, coffee, and cola may make your symptoms worse since caffeine increases urine flow and will make you want to pass urine. If you drink a lot of caffeine-containing drinks, consider switching to decaffeinated alternatives.
Your doctor may suggest that you do some pelvic floor exercises to strengthen the muscles around the underside of your bladder to improve your symptoms.
Avoid drinking too much water before sleeping to reduce the desire to urinate at night, which may lead to disturbed sleep.
References
Sources and references
Fesoterodine fumarate [Prescribing Information]. New York, NY: Pfizer Labs; 2021. [Accessed 31 May. 2023]. (online) Available from: View
