Summary: On this episode, I discuss tolterodine pharmacology, adverse effects, and drug interactions. <br> <br> <br> <br> Tolterodine (Detrol) is an anticholinergic medication used to manage the symptoms of overactive bladder.<br> <br> <br> <br> Tolterodine's anticholinergic activity can lead to a significant number of adverse effects like dry mouth, dry eyes, constipation, and urinary retention. <br> <br> <br> <br> Elderly patients may be at greater risk for anticholinergic adverse effects from tolterodine compared to younger patients.<br> <br> <br> <br> Tolterodine can have additive effects from other anticholinergics like diphenhydramine or TCAs which enhance its potential for side effects.
