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How does VESIcare work? |
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VESIcare works by helping to block the wrong signals to the bladder so that your urges may become more normal and you may leak less. |
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How effective is VESIcare? |
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VESIcare has been approved by the FDA to treat bladder symptoms such as urgency, frequency, and even leakage (overactive bladder). VESIcare has been proven to reduce frequent urges and help relieve bladder leakage. |
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What do the pills look like? |
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Click here to view photos of VESIcare 5-mg and VESIcare 10-mg tablets. |
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Do I take VESIcare with food, or on an empty stomach? |
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Either way. VESIcare can be taken either with food or on an empty stomach. |
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How do I take VESIcare? |
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You should take one pill a day, or as directed by your doctor. |
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How should VESIcare be stored? |
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Keep the bottle closed and stored at room temperature. You should keep VESIcare and all other medications out of the reach of children. |
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What are the possible side effects with VESIcare? |
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The most common side effects with VESIcare are:
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Blurred vision
- Indigestion
Tell your doctor if you have any side effects that bother you or that do not go away. These are not all the side effects with VESIcare. For more information, ask your doctor, healthcare professional, or pharmacist. |
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What side effects might I experience with VESIcare? |
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In clinical studies, the most common side effects were dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision, and indigestion. These are not all the possible side effects of VESIcare. For more information, talk to your doctor. |
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I took my first dose of VESIcare yesterday and still haven't seen an effect. Is this normal? |
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When you're just getting started with VESIcare, you may see an effect in as early as one week, but it may take a couple of weeks to get the full benefit of the medicine. Stick with it—your bladder symptoms didn't start overnight, and your relief won't start overnight either. |
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What if I miss a dose of VESIcare? |
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If you miss a dose of VESIcare, begin taking VESIcare again the next day. Do not take two doses of VESIcare in the same day. |
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What if I take too much VESIcare? |
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If you take too much VESIcare or overdose, call your local Poison Control Center or emergency room right away. |
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What should I tell my doctor before starting VESIcare? |
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Before starting VESIcare tell your doctor or healthcare professional about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
- Have any stomach or intestinal problems or problems with constipation
- Have trouble emptying your bladder or you have a weak urine stream
- Have an eye problem called narrow angle glaucoma
- Have liver problems
- Have kidney problems
- Are pregnant or trying to become pregnant (It is not known if VESIcare can harm your unborn baby.)
- Are breastfeeding (It is not known if VESIcare passes into breast milk and if it can harm your baby. You should decide whether to breastfeed or take VESIcare, but not both.)
Also, tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. While taking VESIcare, tell your doctor or healthcare professional about all changes in the medicines you are taking, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. VESIcare and other medicines may affect each other. |
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Can I take VESIcare while I'm taking other medications? |
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VESIcare can be taken with many, but not all, kinds of medications. Before beginning VESIcare, tell your doctor what other medications you are taking, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. |
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What should I tell my doctor while I am taking VESIcare? |
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- Tell your doctor about any side effects you may experience.
- If you experience a serious allergic reaction, severe abdominal pain, or become constipated for three or more days, tell your doctor right away.
- You should also tell your doctor if you have any changes in the medications you are taking.
- Tell your doctor if you become pregnant or are trying to become pregnant.
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Will my health insurance cover the cost of VESIcare? |
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Every insurance policy is different, but because VESIcare is an FDA-approved medication, prescription drug plans may cover it. Check with your insurance company to determine your coverage benefits. If you are on Medicaid or have a lower income, you may be eligible for prescription benefits of the Together Rx Access card. Remember, we also offer a special savings program for people who take VESIcare. Click here to learn more. |
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Who makes VESIcare? |
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VESIcare is a medication from Astellas Pharma US, Inc. and GlaxoSmithKline. Astellas, established in April 2005, was formed through a merger that combined the outstanding research and development and marketing capabilities of Fujisawa and Yamanouchi. Astellas ranks among the top 20 pharmaceutical companies in the world and is dedicated to improving the health of people around the world through innovative pharmaceutical products. GlaxoSmithKline, one of the world's leading research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, is committed to improving the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better, and live longer. |
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