# Darifenacin Hydrobromide (Darifenacin)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/darifenacin-hydrobromide
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Darifenacin Hydrobromide?

Darifenacin Hydrobromide (brand name: Darifenacin) is an antimuscarinic. It is prescribed to treat urinary incontinence, urge, urinary bladder. Across the United States, 706 doctors prescribe Darifenacin to approximately 2,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Darifenacin

## Indications

Darifenacin Hydrobromide is prescribed for several conditions including urinary incontinence, urge, urinary bladder, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Urinary Incontinence](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/urinary-incontinence)
- [Urge](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/urge)
- [Urinary Bladder](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/urinary-bladder)
- [Overactive](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/overactive)

## Mechanism of action

Darifenacin is a competitive muscarinic receptor antagonist. Muscarinic receptors play a role in cholinergically mediated functions, including contractions of the urinary bladder smooth muscle.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: antimuscarinics
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

dry mouth and constipation

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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