Who Can And Cannot Take Solifenacin

Who can take solifenacin

Most adults (aged 18 years old and over) can take solifenacin.

Who may not be able to take solifenacin

Solifenacin is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting to take it if you:

have ever had an allergic reaction to solifenacin or any other medicine
have liver or kidney problems
have myasthenia gravis, a rare long-term condition that causes muscle weakness
have glaucoma, as solifenacin can increase the pressure in your eye
have a severe stomach or bowel condition, including a rare complication of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease called toxic megacolon
are not able to pee or empty your bladder completely (urinary retention)
are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding

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