Emselex
Emselex contains darifenacin hydrobromide, an anticholinergic as its active ingredient. It is used in adult patients with symptoms of overactive bladder to treat urge incontinence, increased urinary frequency and the sudden urge to pass urine.
Darifenacin works by blocking certain receptors in the bladder, causing muscles in the bladder that push urine out to relax. This increases the capacity of the bladder, changing how the bladder contracts, leading to a reduction in bladder muscle contractions and preventing unwanted urination.
Key facts of Emselex
- For the treatment of urinary incontinence
- Emselex can take up to 2 weeks to have an effect. You should continue to take this medication even if you do not see any results right away
- Emselex has some common side effects which include dry mouth and constipation
- It can be dangerous if you take Emselex with certain medications. If you’re not sure if it is safe, discuss this with the prescribing clinician
- Who is Emselex not suitable for?
Emselex may not be suitable for some people. To make sure it’s safe for you, speak to the prescribing clinician before taking Emselex if you:
- Are allergic to darifenacin or any of the other ingredients in Emselex
- Have urinary retention
- Have gastric retention
- Have uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma
- Have myasthenia gravis
- Have severe liver problems
- Have severe ulcerative colitis
- Have toxic megacolon