VESIcare LS

Generic name:solifenacin [ sol-ee-FEN-a-sin ]
Brand names: VESIcare, VESIcare LS
Drug class:Urinary antispasmodics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Feb 24, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is VESIcare LS?

VESIcare LS is used to treat symptoms of overactive bladder, such as frequent or urgent urination, and incontinence (urine leakage).

VESIcare LS oral suspension (liquid), Vesicare LS is used to treat overactive bladder caused by a neurologic disorder (such as multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury) in children at least 2 years old when other medicines cannot be used or have not worked.

VESIcare LS may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use VESIcare LS if you have untreated or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma, a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines), or if you are unable to urinate.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use VESIcare LS if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

• untreated or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma;

• a stomach disorder causing delayed emptying; or

• if you are unable to urinate.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• glaucoma;

• liver disease;

• kidney disease;

• trouble emptying your bladder (or you have a weak stream of urine);

• slow digestion;

• a blockage in your stomach or intestines; or

• long QT syndrome.

It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

You should not breastfeed while using VESIcare LS.

How should I take VESIcare LS?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

VESIcare LS is usually taken once per day with or without food. Follow your doctor's instructions.

Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it whole.

Shake the oral suspension (liquid) before you measure a dose. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Take the tablet with water.

After taking VESIcare LS liquid drink a glass of water or milk. Avoid taking the liquid with food or other drinks or you may have a bitter aftertaste.

Store VESIcare LS in the origina...