What is Detrol LA and how does it work?

Detrol LA is tolterodine in an extended-release capsule taken once daily. It blocks muscarinic receptors in the bladder. This relaxes the detrusor muscle and raises bladder capacity. People often see fewer urgency and frequency episodes over several weeks of steady use under a clinician’s care.

How long does Detrol LA take to start working?

Some benefit may appear within the first week, such as fewer urgent trips. More consistent control often develops by weeks two to four. Full effect can take six to eight weeks. Keep using it as prescribed unless your prescriber changes your plan, since missing doses can reduce benefit.

What are common side effects of Detrol LA?

Common effects include dry mouth, constipation, headache, dry eyes, dizziness, blurred vision, and stomach discomfort. Less often, people may have urinary retention or drowsiness. Serious reactions are rare but need medical help, like severe allergy, fainting, chest pain, or a rapid or irregular heartbeat.

How should I take and store Detrol LA capsules?

Swallow the capsule whole once daily, with or without food. Do not crush, split, or chew. Store at 20–25°C (68–77°F) in a dry place. Keep it in the original labeled container. If you miss a dose, skip it and take the next dose at the usual time. Do not double your dose.

Can I use Detrol LA with other bladder medicines?

Doctors sometimes combine an antimuscarinic like tolterodine with a beta-3 agonist such as mirabegron for added benefit. This plan can help if one drug alone is not enough. Your prescriber will consider your health history, blood pressure, and possible interactions before recommending a combination.

Who should avoid Detrol LA?

People with urinary retention, gastric retention, or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma generally should not use Detrol LA. Extra caution is needed with liver or kidney impairment, bladder outlet obstruction, myasthenia gravis, or a history of QT prolongation. Always review your medicines and conditions with your prescriber and pharmacist.

How much does Detrol LA cost?

Your Detrol LA price depends on strength, brand or generic, and quantity. Canadian pricing can offer significant savings compared with many US prices. Choosing a larger supply may reduce the per-month cost. Our team can also share current promotions and help you compare options before you place an order.

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Detrol LA® (tolterodine) Extended-Release Capsules for Overactive Bladder

Overactive Bladder, Urinary Incontinence

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What Detrol LA® Is and How It Works

Detrol LA® (tolterodine extended-release) is a once-daily capsule used for overactive bladder. It helps reduce urgency, frequency, and urge incontinence. You can order at Canadian prices from YouDrugstore, a licensed Canadian pharmacy in Manitoba. Pharmacists review prescriptions before dispensing. Our team can assist by chat during posted hours. We work to keep your Detrol LA price low and offer convenient US shipping.

Tolterodine is an antimuscarinic. It blocks M2/M3 receptors in the bladder. This relaxes the detrusor muscle and increases bladder capacity. The long-acting capsule releases medicine slowly over 24 hours for steady control.

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Dosage and Usage

Follow your prescriber’s directions and the pharmacy label.

Typical dose: 4 mg once daily. Some patients use 2 mg once daily if sensitive or with certain conditions.
Swallow capsules whole. Do not crush, split, or chew.
Take with water. You may take it with or without food.
If you miss a dose, skip it and take the next dose at the usual time. Do not double up.
Liver or kidney concerns, or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, may require a lower dose. Your prescriber will decide.
Use caution with activities needing clear vision or alertness until you know how it affects you.

Storage and travel tips:

Store at 20–25°C (68–77°F). Keep dry and away from heat.
Keep capsules in the original labeled container.
When you travel, carry your medicine in your hand luggage.
Plan time zone changes so your once-daily schedule stays consistent.

Benefits and Savings

Detrol LA® can lower daily bathroom trips and urgent leaks. Many people see fewer urgency episodes. A once-daily capsule is simple and discreet. Extended-release dosing may reduce peaks and dips in effect compared with immediate-release tablets.

Ordering through YouDrugstore is straightforward. We offer brand and generic options at Canadian prices and US shipping. Typical savings are 60–80% compared with many US prices. You can choose a multi-month supply to reduce the per-month cost. Our team can send gentle reorder reminders so you do not run out.

Side Effects and Safety

Most effects are mild to moderate and dose related. Antimuscarinic effects are common.

Common: dry mouth, constipation, headache, dry eyes, indigestion, abdominal pain, dizziness, blurred vision.
Less common: urinary retention, fatigue, drowsiness, skin dryness.
Serious (seek medical help): signs of allergy (rash, swelling, breathing issues), severe constipation, inability to urinate, chest pain, fainting, fast or irregular heartbeat.

Warnings and cautions:

Do not use if you have urinary retention, gastric retention, or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma unless directed by your prescriber.
Use care if you have liver or kidney impairment, bladder outlet obstruction, myasthenia gravis, or a history of QT prolongation.
Drug interactions may occur with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (for example, ketoconazole, clarithromycin) and other anticholinergics.
Alcohol and sedating medicines may increase drowsiness or dizziness.

This summary does not list every risk. Review the full patient leaflet and ask your prescriber or pharmacist about your situation.

Onset Time

Some people notice fewer urgency episodes within the first week. Dry mouth may appear early. Bladder control continues to improve over several weeks. Studies suggest a clearer benefit by weeks 2 to 4, with full effect sometimes taking 6 to 8 weeks. Keep taking it as prescribed unless your prescriber changes your plan.

Compare With Alternatives

Several medicines treat overactive bladder. Each has pros and cons.

Tolterodine immediate-release tablets are taken twice daily. They offer similar efficacy but less convenience. If you prefer tablets or need a lower daily dose, discuss Tolterodine with your prescriber.

Myrabegron activates beta-3 receptors to relax the bladder without anticholinergic effects. It may suit people who cannot tolerate dry mouth or constipation. You can review Myrbetriq® and compare side effects and dosing.

Other antimuscarinics include oxybutynin and solifenacin. Oxybutynin can be effective but may cause more dry mouth. Solifenacin is once daily and may be better tolerated for some patients. If you need a generic extended-release version of Detrol LA®, consider Tolterodine La as an alternative option.

To learn more about non-anticholinergic options, see our article Effective Myrbetriq Alternatives Options For Bladder Health for a balanced overview.

Combination Therapy

Some patients use an antimuscarinic with a beta-3 agonist for added benefit. A common approach is tolterodine plus mirabegron. This can improve frequency and urgency beyond either agent alone. Combination therapy may also let your prescriber keep each dose moderate. Your clinician will weigh benefits and side effects and check blood pressure and interactions.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

Detrol LA® may suit adults with urgency, frequency, and urge incontinence who can take an antimuscarinic. It is not for everyone. People with urinary retention, gastric retention, or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma generally should not use it. Your medical history, other medicines, and response to therapy guide the choice.

To stretch your budget, compare brand and generic options. Ask your prescriber about the 2 mg or 4 mg strength that fits your plan. A 90-day supply often lowers the per-month cost. We offer reorder reminders so you can plan ahead for travel or busy schedules.

For current promotions and bulk options, see our detrol la coupon page. You can also explore condition resources such as Overactive Bladder and Urinary Incontinence to learn about non-drug supports. If you are comparing therapies, read our guides like Myrbetriq Side Effects You Should Know About for context.

YouDrugstore is a licensed Canadian pharmacy that follows Canadian standards of practice. We offer both brand and generic medicines at Canadian prices and also stock OTC health products. Orders can be placed online, and our friendly customer-service chat is available during posted office hours. A licensed pharmacist reviews your prescription before we dispense.

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View All FAQs

What is Detrol LA and how does it work?
Detrol LA is tolterodine in an extended-release capsule taken once daily. It blocks muscarinic receptors in the bladder. This relaxes the detrusor muscle and raises bladder capacity. People often see fewer urgency and frequency episodes over several weeks of steady use under a clinician’s care.
How long does Detrol LA take to start working?
Some benefit may appear within the first week, such as fewer urgent trips. More consistent control often develops by weeks two to four. Full effect can take six to eight weeks. Keep using it as prescribed unless your prescriber changes your plan, since missing doses can reduce benefit.
What are common side effects of Detrol LA?
Common effects include dry mouth, constipation, headache, dry eyes, dizziness, blurred vision, and stomach discomfort. Less often, people may have urinary retention or drowsiness. Serious reactions are rare but need medical help, like severe allergy, fainting, chest pain, or a rapid or irregular heartbeat.
How should I take and store Detrol LA capsules?
Swallow the capsule whole once daily, with or without food. Do not crush, split, or chew. Store at 20–25°C (68–77°F) in a dry place. Keep it in the original labeled container. If you miss a dose, skip it and take the next dose at the usual time. Do not double your dose.
Can I use Detrol LA with other bladder medicines?
Doctors sometimes combine an antimuscarinic like tolterodine with a beta-3 agonist such as mirabegron for added benefit. This plan can help if one drug alone is not enough. Your prescriber will consider your health history, blood pressure, and possible interactions before recommending a combination.
Who should avoid Detrol LA?
People with urinary retention, gastric retention, or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma generally should not use Detrol LA. Extra caution is needed with liver or kidney impairment, bladder outlet obstruction, myasthenia gravis, or a history of QT prolongation. Always review your medicines and conditions with your prescriber and pharmacist.
How much does Detrol LA cost?
Your Detrol LA price depends on strength, brand or generic, and quantity. Canadian pricing can offer significant savings compared with many US prices. Choosing a larger supply may reduce the per-month cost. Our team can also share current promotions and help you compare options before you place an order.