Below is a list of frequently asked questions about Toviaz — a treatment for overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms. For more information, don’t forget to talk to your doctor.
OAB is a real medical condition that affects over 33 million men and women in the United States. With OAB, the bladder muscle squeezes too often. Or when you don't want it to. This can cause frequent, strong sudden urges to go. This is also known as "urgency." You may even have accidents.
OAB is not necessarily a normal part of aging. While prevalence increases as you get older, the truth is that OAB can affect anyone at any age. People can get symptoms in their early 30s or 40s, or at an even younger age. The good news is the symptoms of OAB can often be treated.
Some of the physical and emotional effects of OAB may include:
It's common to feel embarrassed. For suggestions on how to talk with your doctor, take a look at the OAB Conversation Starters.
The most important thing to do is encourage your loved one to talk to a doctor about their OAB symptoms today. You can also help them find out the facts and explore treatment options.
Toviaz (fesoterodine fumarate) is a prescription medicine used in adults to treat symptoms of a condition called overactive bladder, including:
Toviaz helps calm the bladder muscle that causes frequent, strong sudden urges. Just one Toviaz pill per day helps to reduce bothersome symptoms. If you have symptoms of OAB, ask your doctor if Toviaz is right for you.
Before starting Toviaz, tell your doctor about all of your medical and other conditions that may affect the use of Toviaz, including:
Before starting on Toviaz, tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins and herbal products. Toviaz may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how Toviaz works. Especially tell your doctor if you are taking antibiotics or antifungal medicines. Know all the medicines you take. Keep a list of them with you to show your doctor and pharmacist each time you get a new medicine.
Before you take Toviaz, you should tell your doctor if you take any other medications. Be sure to mention prescription and over-the-counter medicines as well as vitamins and herbal supplements.
You can take Toviaz with or without food. Take Toviaz with liquid and swallow the tablet whole. Do not chew, divide, or crush the tablet.
If you miss a dose of Toviaz, begin taking Toviaz again the next day. Do not take 2 doses of Toviaz in the same day.
If you take more Toviaz than your doctor prescribes, call a doctor or go to an emergency room at a hospital right away.
There is no cure for OAB. Toviaz only works to calm the bladder while you are taking the medication. If you stop, your symptoms may return.
Take Toviaz as prescribed by your doctor. The recommended dosage for most patients is one pill, once a day. It can be taken at any time of day. Try to take it at the same time each day so you don't forget.
Do not take Toviaz if you:
Everyone is different. You may see some improvement in the first couple of weeks, with further improvement over 12 weeks. So please be sure to give yourself enough time to see how Toviaz may work for you. If you don't see any results after several weeks, talk to your doctor or nurse.
You may want to talk to your doctor about your goals. Like any medicine, Toviaz has the best chance of working well when it is used correctly. That's why it's important to take your medicine as your doctor prescribes.
You should make every effort to take your medicine as prescribed. However, if you forget to take a pill, don't double your next dose. Just take the regular dose at your next scheduled time.
Store Toviaz at room temperature, 59° to 86°F (15° to 30°C).
Keep Toviaz and all medicines out of the reach of children.
The most common side effects of Toviaz are:
Toviaz may cause other less common side effects, including:
Tell your doctor if you have any side effects that bother you or that do not go away. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. These are not all the possible side effects of Toviaz. For a complete list, ask your doctor.
When taking Toviaz:
Yes. If you need help paying for medication, Pfizer has programs that can help. Call 1-866-706-2400 or visit www.pfizerhelpfulanswers.com.
Yes, there are a number of small lifestyle changes that you can make that may help you manage your OAB symptoms. The YourWay plan was created for people taking Toviaz and is designed to help you make simple, bladder-friendly choices every day.
The YourWay plan helps you take a different approach to managing your OAB symptoms. It focuses on four core areas:
Yes, it is effective. But with the YourWay plan, you'll learn how to make small changes that may also help you to manage your OAB symptoms.
When you join the YourWay plan, you'll start with a special Resource Kit in the mail. The kit explains the four core areas of the plan and also includes smart tips and tools to help get you started. Over 12 weeks, you can customize the plan by signing up for phone, Web, and/or e-mail support. You'll get:
Absolutely. The YourWay plan is free. What's more, you can always access the Web site, even at the end of the 12 weeks.
There are three ways to sign up:
The YourWay plan features four experts who are leaders in helping patients manage OAB symptoms. While each expert offers support, encouragement, and insight, each also has a specialty, listed below. Like the YourWay plan, access to the experts' videos is also free when you join.
The YourWay experts are:
Pam Ellsworth
Medical Doctor
Erica Fletcher
Physical Therapist
Diane Newman
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Betsy Omeis
Registered Nurse
You can start the YourWay plan at any time. However, it's best to begin the plan as soon as you start taking Toviaz. That's because on day one of the YourWay plan, you'll get important information that may help you manage your OAB symptoms.
Some parts of the plan may be easier than others. But do the best you can to give each one a try.
As an added bonus, when you register for YourWay, you'll have access to the site even after the 12 weeks of support has ended. This includes all of the YourWay experts' videos, a complete list of recipes, bladder-strengthening exercises, and more. The only change is that e-mail messages or calls stop at the end of the 12 weeks.
Savings card: With the savings card, you'll save up to $25 on each prescription — up to 12 prescriptions a year, for a total savings of up to $300 a year. You must have a prescription for Toviaz. Click here for complete terms and conditions, or call 1-800-473-5349 if you have more questions.
Free trial coupon: The coupon entitles you to receive a one-month supply of Toviaz (one prescription, or 30 pills) for free. You must have a prescription for Toviaz. Click here for complete terms and conditions, or call 1-800-473-5349 if you have more questions.
Note: If there's a toll-free number listed on the front of your card or coupon, it'll require activation. After activating it, present it to the pharmacist each time you fill your prescription.
You may request reimbursement by mailing the following information - your name and address, along with a copy of the original pharmacy receipt (cash register receipts are not valid) to:
Toviaz Savings Card (or, Toviaz free trial coupon)
6501 Weston Parkway, Suite 370
Cary, NC 27513
We respect the confidentiality of your personal and medical information. We will never sell or rent this information to any unrelated company or organization. Please see our privacy statement for full details.
If you plan to talk with your doctor about your symptoms, you could open the conversation with phrases like:
If your doctor says you have overactive bladder, you may want to ask:
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Toviaz® (fesoterodine fumarate) treats the symptoms of overactive bladder (leaks, strong sudden urges to go, going too often).
If you have certain stomach problems, glaucoma, or cannot empty your bladder, you should not take Toviaz.
Toviaz may cause allergic reactions that may be serious. If you experience swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue, stop taking Toviaz and get emergency help right away.
Medicines like Toviaz can cause blurred vision, drowsiness, and decreased sweating. Use caution when driving, doing unsafe tasks, or in especially hot environments, until you know how Toviaz affects you. Drinking alcohol while taking medicines such as Toviaz may cause increased drowsiness.
The most common side effects are dry mouth and constipation.
Toviaz has benefits and risks. There may be other options. To learn more about Toviaz, please see the Full Prescribing and Patient Information.
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