Fesoterodine Fumarate

Overactive Bladder Syndrome, Neurogenic Detrusor Overactivity, Obesity

Treatment

20 Active Studies for Fesoterodine Fumarate

What is Fesoterodine Fumarate

Fesoterodine

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Fesoterodine is a medication used to treat the symptoms of an overactive bladder, such as frequent urination and urge urinary incontinence.

Toviaz

is the brand name

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Fesoterodine Fumarate Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Toviaz

Fesoterodine

2008

29

Effectiveness

How Fesoterodine Fumarate Affects Patients

Fesoteridine is broken down into 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine (5-HMT) by the body. 5-HMT has the effect of blocking certain receptors (muscarinic) that cause increased bladder contractions and salivation. This reduces the pressure in the bladder and the urge to urinate.

How Fesoterodine Fumarate works in the body

Fesoterodine stops the muscles in your bladder from contracting. This reduces pressure in the bladder and limits how much can be emptied at once.

When to interrupt dosage

The proposed dose of Fesoterodine Fumarate is contingent upon the diagnosed state. The measure of dosage fluctuates, relative to the technique of delivery (e.g. Tablet, extended release or Tablet, film coated, extended release) noted in the table below.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Overactive Bladder Syndrome

, 4.0 mg, 8.0 mg

Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral

Neurogenic Detrusor Overactivity

, 4.0 mg, 8.0 mg

Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral

Obesity

, 4.0 mg, 8.0 mg

Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral

Warnings

Fesoterodine Fumarate has four contraindications, so it should not be used when any of the conditions in the table below are present.

Fesoterodine Fumarate Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma

Do Not Combine

Gastric Retention

Do Not Combine

Urinary Retention

Do Not Combine

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Fesoterodine may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Fesoterodine Fumarate.

Common Fesoterodine Fumarate Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Aclidinium

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Fesoterodine is combined with Aclidinium.

Amitriptyline

Major

The metabolism of Amitriptyline can be decreased when combined with Fesoterodine.

Amoxapine

Major

The metabolism of Amoxapine can be decreased when combined with Fesoterodine.

Astemizole

Major

The metabolism of Astemizole can be decreased when combined with Fesoterodine.

Cimetropium

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Fesoterodine is combined with Cimetropium.

Fesoterodine Fumarate Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Tests have shown that it takes 681 milligrams per kilogram of body weight to be toxic to rats when taken orally, and 316 milligrams per kilogram of body weight to be toxic to mice when taken orally. For rats and mice, 10 milligrams per kilogram of body weight is the highest dose tested without any observed adverse effects when taken intravenously.

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Fesoterodine Fumarate Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Fesoterodine Fumarate?

32 active trials are being conducted to assess the capacity of Fesoterodine Fumarate to alleviate symptoms of Overactive Bladder Syndrome.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Neurogenic Detrusor Overactivity

3 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1

Obesity

0 Actively Recruiting

Overactive Bladder Syndrome

29 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 2

Fesoterodine Fumarate Reviews: What are patients saying about Fesoterodine Fumarate?

5

Patient Review

5/4/2020

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Urine Leakage When there is a Strong Desire to Void

The Myrbetriq 25mg in concert with the 4mg Toviaz has been incredibly effective for me. No more leaks when coughing or squatting, and most importantly, no more dry mouth!

5

Patient Review

5/4/2020

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Urine Leakage When there is a Strong Desire to Void

These two medications work great for me. I was using Toviaz 8mg before, but it made my mouth so dry that it was difficult to swallow. With these two drugs, I don't have any problems anymore.

5

Patient Review

5/5/2017

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Frequent Urination

Toviaz was great until I developed dry mouth and had to urinate more frequently. I was switched to a new medication.

5

Patient Review

5/5/2017

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Frequent Urination

Toviaz was working well for me until I developed dry mouth and had to urinate more frequently. My doctor put me on a new medication.

4

Patient Review

2/20/2017

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Overactive Bladder

This treatment has helped me a lot. I have to be careful not to wait too long or I'll leakage, but it's still much better than what was happening before.

4

Patient Review

2/20/2017

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Overactive Bladder

This treatment has been really helpful. I have to be careful not to wait too long between doses, or I'll start leaking again. 70% is a significant improvement from where I was before starting this medication.

3.3

Patient Review

3/2/2019

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Needing to Urinate Immediately

I've been taking this treatment for a while now, and I'm sorry to say that I haven't seen much of a difference. The initial signs were good, but there hasn't been any significant change since then. Luckily, there haven't been any adverse side effects either.

3.3

Patient Review

3/2/2019

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Needing to Urinate Immediately

I've been taking this medication for a while now, and I'm disappointed to say that I haven't seen much difference. Initially, there were some positive results, but they didn't last.

2.7

Patient Review

7/16/2015

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Needing to Urinate Immediately

I've been taking this medication for four years now, and unfortunately I find that my incontinence has actually gotten worse. I'm often able to hold it during the day, but at night I'm up every two or three hours to use the bathroom.

2.7

Patient Review

7/16/2015

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Needing to Urinate Immediately

I've been taking OXYBUTYN 5mg. 2x a day for 4 years URGE incontinence is worse in that I cannot make it to bathroom which is 10 feet from bedroom. I DO NOT understand why I am many times able to hold it in the daytime ( sometimes 3-5 hrs.) At night I am up at least every 2-3 hours

2.3

Patient Review

8/15/2017

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Frequent Urination

I've been on this medication for around six weeks, and during that time I have experienced significant hair loss. This has been really tough to deal with, especially because it's not just a little bit of shedding; I'm losing huge clumps of hair. If you're considering this treatment, be aware of the potential side effects.

2.3

Patient Review

12/1/2017

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Frequent Urination

I took one dose of this medication and had an absolutely terrible reaction. I couldn't urinate at all and ended up in the ER with a catheter. Not fun.

2.3

Patient Review

3/22/2015

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Frequent Urination

I had such a bad reaction to this medication. After just one dose I was in so much pain and throwing up. The pain continued all weekend long. This drug is terrible and I would rather deal with the other issue it's supposed to treat!

2.3

Patient Review

5/6/2015

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Overactive Bladder

Made the situation worse.

2.3

Patient Review

3/22/2015

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Frequent Urination

Took only one dose and had such severe pain in my stomach that I was vomiting. The effects lasted all weekend, and I'd rather deal with frequent urination than go through that again.

2.3

Patient Review

8/15/2017

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Frequent Urination

I've been on this medication for six weeks and have experienced substantial hair loss. This has been really tough to deal with, especially since I'm also experiencing urinary pain. If you're considering this treatment, be aware of the potential side effects.

2.3

Patient Review

5/10/2017

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Overactive Bladder

This medication caused my hair to fall out, which was really devastating. I had to stop taking it after only seven months.

2.3

Patient Review

12/1/2017

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Frequent Urination

This medication caused me a lot of trouble. I took one dose and then had to go to the emergency room because I couldn't urinate. They put in a catheter, and now I have to carry it around with me until my doctor's appointment.

2.3

Patient Review

5/10/2017

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Overactive Bladder

I unfortunately had to stop taking this medication after seven months due to the intense hair loss I was experiencing on top of my head.

2.3

Patient Review

5/6/2015

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Overactive Bladder

This medication made my condition significantly worse.

2

Patient Review

6/10/2015

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Overactive Bladder

Toviaz was effective at first, but then I quickly returned to the same level of urgency and frequency as before taking it. This medication was prescribed because it supposedly doesn't have the same eye problems as Vesicare; however, that hasn't been my experience.

2

Patient Review

6/10/2015

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Overactive Bladder

Toviaz was effective at first, but then stopped working well after six months. I'm back to square one. It was prescribed to me because it doesn't have the eye involvement of Vesicare; however, once again, having accidents and running to pee all the time.

1

Patient Review

10/19/2018

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Frequent Urination

Toviaz made me urinate more frequently than I ever have before. Sometimes I couldn't even empty my bladder, which just made the problem worse.

1

Patient Review

11/2/2018

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Overactive Bladder

Unfortunately, this medication made my incontinence much worse. I was constantly leaking and found myself wetting myself multiple times a day.

1

Patient Review

6/18/2020

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Needing to Urinate Immediately

I was only on this treatment for four days when I started having problems sleeping and urinating. Additionally, fluid began draining from my ears and eyes, and my skin started cracking open and oozing fluid. It was a nightmare!

1

Patient Review

6/18/2020

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Needing to Urinate Immediately

I stopped taking this after only four days because I couldn't sleep and it made my urinary problems worse. Plus, fluid was draining from my ears and eyes, and my skin started cracking and oozing. It was a nightmare!

1

Patient Review

11/2/2018

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Overactive Bladder

Unfortunately, this medication made my incontinence much worse. I was leaking and outright wetting myself several times a day.

1

Patient Review

1/2/2020

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Frequent Urination

About three weeks after I started taking this medication, I began experiencing debilitating stomach pain and vomiting. The kidney pain has been especially bad and just won't go away.

1

Patient Review

1/2/2020

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Frequent Urination

About three weeks after I started taking this medication, I began experiencing awful stomach pains and vomiting. Additionally, the pain in my kidneys has been unbearable and hasn't gone away.

1

Patient Review

10/19/2018

Fesoterodine Fumarate for Frequent Urination

I tried Toviaz 4 mg to help with my frequent urination, but all it did was make me have to go even more often. I would wake up every hour to use the restroom, and sometimes I couldn't even finish emptying my bladder. Don't bother with this medication; it will only make your situation worse.
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Patient Q&A Section about fesoterodine fumarate

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

When should I take fesoterodine?

"Extended-release fesoterodine is a tablet taken by mouth, typically once a day with or without food. It is generally taken at the same time each day."

Answered by AI

What are the side effects of the drug toviaz?

"The following text describes some of the possible side effects of a medication. If you experience any of these side effects, tell your doctor. To relieve dry mouth, suck on hard candy or ice chips, chew gum, drink water, or use a saliva substitute."

Answered by AI

What is the brand name for fesoterodine?

"Toviaz is a medication used to treat Overactive Bladder (OAB) symptoms, such as urinary incontinence, urinary urgency, and frequency."

Answered by AI

What is fesoterodine fumarate used for?

"Fesoterodine is a medication used to improve bladder function and relieve symptoms such as incontinence, urgency, and frequency in people with overactive bladder."

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Clinical Trials for Fesoterodine Fumarate

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Detrusor Nerve Radiofrequency Ablation for Overactive Bladder

22 - 80
Female
Palo Alto, CA

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a vaginal radiofrequency (RF) device called MORPHEUSV works to treat overactive bladder (OAB) in women. Researchers also want to learn how safe the device is for this indication. This study will include women ages 22 to 80 who have had OAB symptoms for at least 6 months. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does the MORPHEUSV device lower the number of daily episodes of accidental urine leakage caused by urgency? Does it work better than a sham (placebo) treatment? Researchers will compare the MORPHEUSV device to a sham treatment to see how well it reduces symptoms of overactive bladder. Participants will: 1) Receive one session of either the MORPHEUSV or sham treatment. 2) Track their symptoms using a diary and questionnaires 3) Return for three to six follow-up visits over 12 months. This study is being conducted at multiple clinics in the United States.

Waitlist Available
Device

Stanford Medicine Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology (+10 Sites)

Mickey Karram, MD

InMode MD Ltd.

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Nerve Ablation for Overactive Bladder

21 - 80
Female
Corona Del Mar, CA

The goal of this Safety and efficacy of transvaginal Detrusor Nerve Ablation for treatment of overactive bladder symptoms, including refractory overactive bladder The main questions it aims to answer are: •Change from baseline to the end of treatment in a 3-day diary analysis to assess the reduction of urgency incontinence episodes. \[Time Frame: 3 months\] Subjects will undergo one treatment session and be reassessed at 4 weeks post-treatment. If less than a 50% improvement is noted, a second and third treatment session will be performed at 4-week intervals. If more than a 50% improvement is noted, patients will be followed longitudinally to assess the durability of the treatment. Investigators will have the ability to initiate a second and or third treatment on an individual basis. Follow-up will occur at 3- months, 6-months and 12 months after the subject's last treatment.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Mickey Karram MD (+2 Sites)

Mickey Karram, MD

InMode MD Ltd.

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Extended Release Torsemide for Overactive Bladder in Heart Failure

18+
All Sexes
Dallas, TX

This research study is being done to compare the effectiveness two drugs: an extended release torsemide (ERT) versus generic immediate release Torsemide (IRT) in reducing the worsening of symptoms of Overactive Bladder (OAB i.e., frequency, urgency, or urgency incontinence) in patients with chronic congestive heart failure (CHF). This study will include CHF patients who experience worsening OAB) symptoms with use of a loop diuretic. The total duration of the study is about eight weeks with a total of nine visits. There will be a screening visit that lasts one to two hours. The screening visit includes history and physical exams, blood draws, and urine analysis. If eligible for the study, participants will receive either generic torsemide or extended release torsemide for the first four weeks. Participants will do a virtual research visit on week one, two and three to submit a symptom diary and answer a questionnaire about urinary symptoms. At four weeks, history and physician exam will be done and blood will be collected. Participants will be assigned to receive either extended release torsemide (if they initially received generic torsemide) and generic torsemide (if they initially received extended release torsemide) for the next four weeks. Participants will attend virtual research visits on week five, six and seven to submit a symptom diary and answer a questionnaire about urinary symptoms. At the end of the study in week eight, they will have history and physical exams and blood draws. Some risks from the study may include side effects of torsemide like acute kidney injury, fluid/electrolyte loss, hypersensitivity reactions and reversible hearing loss/tinnitus.

Phase 2
Recruiting

Cardiometabolic Research Unit

Alvin Chandra, MD

Sarfez Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

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