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General Medication Fact Sheet for Duvoid
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Duvoid |
| Generic Name | Bethanechol Chloride |
| Purpose | Treatment of urinary retention, particularly neurogenic bladder |
| Mechanism of Action | Stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, increasing bladder muscle tone and promoting bladder emptying |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets |
| Available Strengths | 5 mg, 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg |
| Dosage Frequency | Typically three to four times daily, or as directed by a healthcare provider |
| Common Side Effects | Abdominal cramps, nausea, diarrhea, increased salivation, flushing, sweating |
| Serious Side Effects | Slow heartbeat (bradycardia), low blood pressure (hypotension), bronchospasm |
| Drug Interactions | Cholinesterase inhibitors (e.g., donepezil), ganglionic blocking agents (e.g., trimethaphan), quinidine, procainamide |
| Important Notes | Take on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after meals) to improve absorption; use with caution in patients with asthma, heart disease, or peptic ulcers |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as you remember; skip if it’s almost time for your next dose. Do not double the dose. |
| Alternatives | Urecholine (bethanechol), Flomax (tamsulosin), Cardura (doxazosin), Hytrin (terazosin) |
Duvoid Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Urecholine (bethanechol) | Cholinergic agonist | Brand name alternative containing the same active ingredient. |
| Flomax (tamsulosin) | Alpha-adrenergic blocker | Relaxes muscles in the prostate and bladder neck to improve urine flow (primarily used for BPH-related urinary retention). |
| Cardura (doxazosin) | Alpha-adrenergic blocker | Similar mechanism to tamsulosin, also used for BPH and hypertension. |
| Hytrin (terazosin) | Alpha-adrenergic blocker | Similar to doxazosin, also used for BPH and hypertension. |
Duvoid Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
|---|---|
| Abdominal cramps | Slow heartbeat (bradycardia) |
| Nausea | Low blood pressure (hypotension) |
| Diarrhea | Bronchospasm |
| Increased salivation | Worsening of asthma symptoms |
| Flushing | Seizures (rare) |
Duvoid Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urinary Retention | 5-10 mg | 10-50 mg three to four times daily | Take on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after meals). Dosage may be adjusted based on individual response. |
Duvoid Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
| With Insurance | NA |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $10 – $50 |
| From CPS | $ |
