Fesoterodine Fumarate
Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 03 Nov 2025 | 11:11 AM (UTC)
Fesoterodine Fumarate Uses
Fesoterodine Fumarate is used in the treatment of Overactive bladder (OAB) .
How Fesoterodine Fumarate works
Fesoterodine Fumarate works by relaxing the bladder muscles to increase the quantity of urine your bladder can hold and preventing them from causing incontinence. This further prevents urgent, frequent, or uncontrolled urination.
Common side effects of Fesoterodine Fumarate
Dryness in mouth, Constipation
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Expert advice for Fesoterodine Fumarate
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect of Fesoterodine Fumarate. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake, and sugarless candy may help.
- Caffeinated drinks like tea, coffee, and cola may make your symptoms worse since caffeine increases urine flow and will make you want to pass urine. If you drink a lot of caffeine-containing drinks, consider switching to decaffeinated alternatives.
- Your doctor may suggest that you do some pelvic floor exercises to strengthen the muscles around the underside of your bladder to improve your symptoms.
- Avoid drinking too much water before sleeping to reduce the desire to urinate at night, which may lead to disturbed sleep.
- Fesoterodine Fumarate treats symptoms of an overactive bladder by lowering the urge to urinate and controlling urination.
- Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and carbonated drinks as they can worsen your symptoms.
- It may cause dizziness and blurring of vision. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Dry mouth, dry eyes, and constipation may occur as a side effect. Maintain good oral hygiene, drink water frequently, chew sugarless gum, and wear contact lenses with caution.
- It can take up to 4 weeks before you see any improvement in your symptoms. Keep taking it as prescribed.