oxybutynin chloride /ok′sibo̅o̅″tinin/ , an anticholinergic drug. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is prescribed in the treatment of neurogenic bladder. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: Glaucoma, obstruction of the GI or urinary tract, ulcerative colitis, paralytic ileus, toxic megacolon, or known hypersensitivity to this drug or to other anticholinergics prohibits its use. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: Among the more serious adverse effects are decreased sweating, urinary retention, blurred vision, tachycardia, and severe allergic reactions.
