Anturol
Generic name:oxybutynin (topical) [ OX-i-BUE-ti-nin ]
Brand names: Anturol, Gelnique
Drug class:Urinary antispasmodics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 23, 2021.
The Anturol brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Anturol?
Anturol reduces muscle spasms of the bladder and urinary tract.
Anturol gel is used to treat symptoms of overactive bladder such as frequent or urgent urination, and incontinence (urine leakage).
Anturol topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use Anturol if you have uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma, a blockage in your stomach or intestines, or if you are unable to urinate.
Before using Anturol, tell your doctor if you have urination problems, glaucoma, liver or kidney disease, myasthenia gravis, severe constipation, ulcerative colitis or other intestinal disorder, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or slow digestion.
Do not bathe, shower, swim, use a hot tub, or exercise vigorously for at least 1 hour after applying Anturol gel.
It is best to cover treated skin areas with clothing after the gel has dried completely. This will help prevent getting this medicine on your other skin or on other people.
Anturol gel is flammable. Avoid using near open flame, and do not smoke until the gel has completely dried on your skin. Anturol may cause blurred vision and may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of Anturol.
Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while you are using Anturol.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Anturol if you are allergic to oxybutynin, or if you have:
untreated or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma;
a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines); or
if you have decreased urination or are unable to urinate.
To make sure Anturol is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
glaucoma;
liver or kidney disease;
myasthenia gravis;
severe constipation;
an enlarged prostate;
an intestinal disorder, such as ulcerative colitis;
a stomach disorder such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or slow digestion; or
if you have trouble emptying your bladder.
Anturol is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It is not known whether oxybutynin topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
