Terol LA 4 Capsule ER is used in the treatment of overactive bladder. It relieves urinary symptoms like frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control urination.
Terol LA 4 Capsule ER is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time regularly. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine include dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, urinary retention, and headache. Drinking plenty of water might help you cope up with the side effects. It may also make you feel dizzy or sleepy or make your vision blurry, so it advised not to drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Consumption of alcohol must be avoided as it can aggravate the side effects. If any of the side effects bother you or persist, consult the doctor without delay.
Before receiving the treatment, inform your doctor if you are on any medication for any other health conditions. You should also inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients with liver or kidney disease must be cautious while receiving the prescription and they must receive regular follow-ups as per the doctor’s advice.
Terol LA 4 Capsule ER helps to treat uncontrollable contractions (spasms) of the bladder muscles that causes frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control passing of urine. It also relieves painful, or frequent urination and reduces urgency to urinate that may occur with some infections of the urinary tract. This way it helps manage the overactive bladder symptoms efficiently.
Side effects of Terol Capsule ER
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Terol
Dryness in mouth
Constipation
Headache
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Blurred vision
Diarrhea
How to use Terol Capsule ER
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. Terol LA 4 Capsule ER may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Terol Capsule ER works
Terol LA 4 Capsule ER is an antimuscarinic. It works by relaxing muscles of the urinary bladder and prevents frequent, urgent or uncontrolled urination.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Terol LA 4 Capsule ER may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Terol LA 4 Capsule ER may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Terol LA 4 Capsule ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. Long-term use of Terol LA 4 Capsule ER might reduce milk production.
Driving
UNSAFE
Terol LA 4 Capsule ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Terol LA 4 Capsule ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Terol LA 4 Capsule ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Terol LA 4 Capsule ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Terol LA 4 Capsule ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Terol Capsule ER?
If you miss a dose of Terol LA 4 Capsule 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.
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