Vesigard 7.5 mg Tablet

Vesigard 7.5 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains darifenacin 7.5 mg in each tablet. It belongs to a class of drugs called antimuscarinics (anticholinergics), which are used to help manage overactive bladder symptoms. Vesigard 7.5 mg Tablet is taken by mouth and is used to reduce urinary urgency, frequent urination, and urge incontinence. This strength is intended for patients whose doctor has decided that a 7.5 mg tablet is appropriate for their symptom control.

How it works: Darifenacin in Vesigard 7.5 mg Tablet blocks muscarinic receptors in the bladder, which helps relax the bladder muscle. By calming bladder contractions, this tablet can reduce sudden urges to urinate and improve bladder control.

Vesigard 7.5 mg Tablet is the lower-strength tablet in this brand’s available options, with Vesigard 15 mg Tablet as the higher strength. Doctors may choose Vesigard 7.5 mg Tablet when a gentler dose is preferred at the start of treatment, when side effects need to be minimized, or when a patient does not need the higher 15 mg dose. Because it is still a full prescription-strength antimuscarinic tablet, it should be used only under a clinician’s guidance.

• Overactive bladder
• Urinary urgency
• Frequent urination
• Urge incontinence

• Swallow Vesigard 7.5 mg Tablet whole with water.
• Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet unless your doctor or pharmacist specifically tells you to.
• Take it at the same time each day if prescribed once daily.
• You may take it with or without food.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Follow the exact directions on your prescription label, since the dose may be adjusted based on response and side effects.

Each Vesigard 7.5 mg Tablet provides 7.5 mg of darifenacin per tablet. It is commonly taken once daily, but your doctor decides the schedule and whether this strength is right for you. Do not take more than the amount prescribed; the usual maximum for darifenacin is 15 mg per day unless your prescriber specifically instructs otherwise.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Darifenacin may include:

• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Blurred vision
• Dizziness
• Indigestion
• Nausea
• Dry eyes

• Use caution if you have urinary retention, bladder outlet obstruction, or trouble emptying your bladder.
• Tell your doctor if you have glaucoma, especially narrow-angle glaucoma.
• This medicine can cause drowsiness or blurred vision, so be careful when driving or using machinery.
• Alcohol may worsen dizziness or sleepiness.
• Older adults may be more sensitive to anticholinergic side effects such as constipation, dry mouth, and confusion.
• Let your clinician know if you have liver problems, since darifenacin dosing may need adjustment.
• Contact your doctor if constipation becomes severe or if you cannot urinate.

• Other anticholinergic medicines can increase side effects such as dry mouth, constipation, and urinary retention.
• Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole, clarithromycin, or ritonavir can raise darifenacin levels.
• Certain bladder medicines used for urgency may add to anticholinergic effects.
• Some antidepressants and antihistamines may increase drowsiness or anticholinergic burden.

Store Vesigard 7.5 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and direct heat.