Oxybutynin in Children

Bed wetting occurs when a child accidentally wets his bed at night when he is sleeping. For some children who frequently wet the bed, a doctor will prescribe the medication oxybutynin to help control this embarrassing problem.

Function

• Oxybutynin decreases bladder tightening, irritation of bladder muscles, urine leakage and pain when urinating. It will lessen the urge to urinate and the occurrence of bed wetting in children.

Forms

• Oxybutynin comes in pills and syrups.

Time Frame

• The amount of time oxybutynin is taken will vary for each child. However, most children will take it two to three times daily for extended periods of time.

Side Effects

• Side effects of oxybutynin include flushing of the face, dry mouth, constipation, changes in mood, blurred vision and a dry mouth.

Considerations

• It has not been determined yet if oxybutynin is safe in treating bed wetting in children under six years old. Therefore, it is only recommended for children ages six and up.