Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg 10.0 capsules in 1 strip

Last Updated: March 28th, 2026

Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg is a product of Oriental Pharma

Composition: Tolterodine (2mg)

Pack of 10 capsule

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All Details About Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg

Description:

Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg is used in the treatment of overactive bladder. It relieves urinary symptoms like frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control urination.

Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg 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.

Earlier 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. Tolerants 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.

Uses:

Treatment of Overactive bladder (OAB)

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Detrusin LA

Dryness in mouth
Constipation
Headache
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Blurred vision
Diarrhea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Long-term use of Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg might reduce milk production.

Driving

UNSAFE

Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

How long does it take for Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg to show its effect?

Your symptoms may start improving within 1 week of starting Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg. Maximum benefits may be seen after 5-8 weeks of treatment. To maintain this improvement, your doctor may prescribe this medicine to you for a long term of up to 24 months.

What class of drug is Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg? Is it a diuretic?

Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg belongs to a class of medicines known as muscarinic receptor blockers. Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg is not a diuretic, it is a urinary antispasmodic. This means that it relaxes the urinary bladder, decreasing spasm of the bladder wall. This further provides better control upon the release of urine and also increases storage volume of the bladder.

Can I just stop taking Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg?

Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg does not cure your condition but helps to control the symptoms of overactive bladder. Do not stop taking this medicine even if you feel better. Your doctor will reassess your condition at regular intervals, like 6 months, to understand the duration for which you need to take Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg.

Can I crush the tablets of Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg and then take it?

No, do not crush or chew the tablets. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. You can take it with or without food. Take it exactly as directed by your doctor.

Can Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg be used in children?

When studied in children, Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg did not relieve the symptoms of overactive bladder. Therefore, its use in children is not recommended.

Who should avoid taking Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg?

Tolerants who have urinary retention (unable to pass urine), have delayed emptying of stomach or blocked intestinal tract (toxic megacolon, ulcerative colitis, pyloric stenosis) or uncontrolled high pressure in the eyes (narrow-angle glaucoma). It should also be avoided by patients who have any muscle disease which causes drooping eyelids, double vision, difficulty in speaking and swallowing, and sometimes muscle weakness in the arms or legs (myasthenia gravis). Tolerants who are hypersensitive to Tolterodine should avoid it as well.

I am having constipation because of which I want to discontinue Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg. Will I have any harmful effects?

No, discontinuing Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg will not have any harmful effects, but the symptoms of overactive bladder may return. Communicate to your doctor regarding constipation and you can stop the medicine if advised by the doctor.

Does Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg cause dementia?

It is unclear whether Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg can cause dementia or not. However, according to some reports, when people with dementia were given Detrusin LA Capsule 2mg, their symptoms (confusion, disorientation and delusion) became worse.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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