Trospium

Information about Trospium

Trospium uses

Trospium is used in the treatment of Overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms. OAB is a collection of urinary symptoms, including frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control urination.

How trospium works

Trospium is an antimuscarinic. It works by relaxing muscles of the urinary bladder and prevents frequent, urgent or uncontrolled urination.

Common side effects of trospium

Dryness in mouth, Constipation, Dizziness, Headache, Blurred vision, Dry skin, Urinary retention, Vomiting, Flatulence, Dry eye, Urinary tract infection, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Influenza, Upper abdominal pain, Fatigue, Dyspepsia, Aggravated constipation, Tachycardia, Abdominal distension, Taste change, Dry throat, Nasal dryness, Skin rash, Muscle pain, Joint pain

Available Medicine for Trospium

  • ₹325
    Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹198 to ₹213
    Ipca Laboratories Ltd
    3 variant(s)
  • ₹240
    Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹220
    Cipla Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹199
    Maxford Healthcare
    1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Trospium

  • Trospium treats symptoms of an overactive bladder by lowering the urge to urinate and controlling urination.
  • Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and carbonated drinks as they can worsen your symptoms.
  • It may cause dizziness and blurring of vision. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • Dry mouth, dry eyes, and constipation may occur as a side effect. Maintain good oral hygiene, drink water frequently, chew sugarless gum, and wear contact lenses with caution.
  • It can take up to 4 weeks before you see any improvement in your symptoms. Keep taking it as prescribed.


Content on this page was last updated on 10 June, 2022, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)