Hormone-free

Oxybutynin

Q: Will my treatment be covered?

This depends on your health insurance provider. We recommend you check with your own insurance company. Supplements are not usually covered.

Q: What is a consultation and how does it work?

During the consultation, you will complete a comprehensive medical questionnaire. You can also state your preferred type of treatment. Based on your answers, a doctor will prepare a product recommendation for you within 48 hours. If you approve this recommendation, a pharmacy will dispatch the products to your home within 3 days.

Q: How long will it take to receive my order?

Our partner pharmacies will dispatch your order within 3 days. You can then typically start your treatment straight away.

Q: Are there delivery charges?

For prescription medicines, delivery is included in the price. For over-the-counter products, there is a delivery charge of £ 4.21. We offer free delivery on orders over £4 0. If your order includes both, delivery is free.

Q: Can I change, cancel or return my order?

Unfortunately, once an order has been placed, it cannot be changed . If you have ordered the wrong product, or wish to change or cancel your order, please contact our customer service team immediately. Over-the-counter products can only be cancelled if they have not yet been prepared or dispatched by the pharmacy. Prescription medicines can be cancelled if they have not yet been assessed by a doctor. Returns are only accepted for over-the-counter products in their original unopened and undamaged packaging, within 14 days of dispatch.

Tablet

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For urge incontinence and overactive bladder
Also helps with hot flushes during menopause
Tablet containing oxybutynin
Prescription medication

What is Oxybutynin?

Oxybutynin is a hormone-free medication in tablet form that helps relax the muscles of the bladder. It is often prescribed to women going through menopause who experience frequent urination and sudden urgency. These symptoms may become more common during menopause as the bladder becomes more sensitive or bladder control decreases. The medication relaxes the bladder muscles, allowing you to hold your urine longer and reducing the urge to urinate. It is also quite effective in alleviating hot flushes. Oxybutynin is available only by prescription and is typically prescribed when lifestyle changes or bladder training are insufficient. It is intended for long-term use in cases of persistent bladder problems.

What can you expect from Oxybutynin?

Oxybutynin relaxes the bladder muscle, reducing the frequency and urgency of urination. It is a tablet taken daily. You will usually notice an improvement in your symptoms within a few days to a week. The medication is primarily intended for long-term use in cases of persistent bladder issues, such as urge incontinence or frequent urination. It does not provide immediate relief for acute symptoms but can, over time, help you gain more control over your bladder and reduce the inconvenience of urine leakage or sudden urgency. Additionally, various studies have shown favourable effects in reducing the number of hot flushes.

When should I use Oxybutynin?

Use the medication as prescribed by your doctor, usually 3 to 4 times a day.
Swallow the tablet whole with some water, without chewing.

The package leaflet contains all the information about this product. Read the leaflet before using the product.

For which symptoms is Oxybutynin used?

Frequent urination
Urge incontinence (sudden, uncontrollable urge to urinate)
Overactive bladder

Oxybutynin can also help with:

Hot flushes
Night sweats
Restless sleep

Do not use Oxybutynin if you:

Are allergic to oxybutynin or other ingredients
Suffer from a severe bowel disease, a blockage in the bladder or intestines, or a specific muscle disease (myasthenia gravis)
Are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless advised otherwise by your doctor
Have increased eye pressure (glaucoma), unless deemed safe by your doctor
Are taking other medications that affect the nervous system
Experience drowsiness or blurred vision, in which case you should avoid driving or operating machinery

Inform the prescribing doctor if you are taking other medications.

Possible side effects of Oxybutynin

Common (in 1 to 10 out of 100 people):

Dry mouth
Constipation
Nausea
Drowsiness
Headache
Sleepiness
Blurred vision

Uncommon (in 1 to 10 out of 1,000 people):

Dizziness
Palpitations
Dry skin
Difficulty urinating

Rare (in fewer than 1 out of 1,000 people):

Confusion
Hallucinations
Hypersensitivity reactions (such as skin rash)

In rare cases, these side effects can lead to severe symptoms, such as severe confusion or allergic reactions. Always contact a doctor immediately in such cases.

For a complete list of side effects, read the package leaflet.

Scientific references

Oxybutynin helps with

Frequent urination

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Personalised product advice for your symptoms

80% of women experience symptoms during menopause. Luckily, there’s something you can do about it. Start the assessment and receive personalised product advice from a doctor.

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Complete a medical questionnaire
Take your time to fill in our comprehensive medical questionnaire to outline your situation and treatment preference. Afterwards, you can make the payment of 43 pond for the product recommendation.
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Receive a product recommendation via chat
Within 48 hours, a doctor will prepare a product recommendation for the first 3 months, tailored to your symptoms, medical situation and treatment preference. You then decide which products you wish to order, complete the ID-Check and make the payment.
Any questions? Just ask the doctor in the chat. We will save your recommendation for 30 days, giving you plenty of time to think it over.
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Start your treatment
Your products will be delivered to your home from the pharmacy within 3 days, so you can start your treatment without delay. During the treatment, the doctor will check in with you. You can also ask any questions you may have via the chat.

Frequently asked questions

Will my treatment be covered?

What is a consultation and how does it work?

How long will it take to receive my order?

Are there delivery charges?

Can I change, cancel or return my order?

Unfortunately, once an order has been placed, it cannot be changed. If you have ordered the wrong product, or wish to change or cancel your order, please contact our customer service team immediately. Over-the-counter products can only be cancelled if they have not yet been prepared or dispatched by the pharmacy. Prescription medicines can be cancelled if they have not yet been assessed by a doctor. Returns are only accepted for over-the-counter products in their original unopened and undamaged packaging, within 14 days of dispatch.

Oxybutynin

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Personalised menopause care, guided by doctors

Dr. EAH Knauff

Patient Information Leaflet

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