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Does Tolterodine Cause Bladder Spasms?
Question: Is tolterodine l-tart and Detrol the same thing as I get bladder spasms when using tolterodine Is one of this generic brand.
Brief Answer:
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
hello and thank you for sending the question.
These two medications have the same chemical structure. In that sense they are essentially used for the same indication.
It is possible that your body might not be reacting to the generic formulation of the drug which is the Tolterodine.
the name brand is Detrol.
if it seems like you have side effects from the generic medication you might ask your doctor to provide your prescription that specifies the namebrand to be dispensed for you.
Thank you again for sending your question.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
hello and thank you for sending the question.
These two medications have the same chemical structure. In that sense they are essentially used for the same indication.
It is possible that your body might not be reacting to the generic formulation of the drug which is the Tolterodine.
the name brand is Detrol.
if it seems like you have side effects from the generic medication you might ask your doctor to provide your prescription that specifies the namebrand to be dispensed for you.
Thank you again for sending your question.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
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