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Propranolol vs. Ditropan XL

Propranolol is a non-selective beta blocker. It helps with a range of medical conditions, including high blood pressure, tremors, and migraine prevention. Sometimes, providers prescribe propranolol off-label to ease performance anxiety. You take this medication by mouth, typically 1 to 4 times daily, depending on if you're taking the immediate-release (IR) or extended-release (ER) medication. Keep in mind the IR and ER versions don't treat the same medical conditions. Some of the more common side effects of propranolol include dizziness, tiredness, or weakness.

• High blood pressure
• Chronic chest pain
• Migraine
• Hypertrophic subaortic stenosis
• Atrial fibrillation (A.Fib)
• Heart protection after a heart attack
• Tremors
• Pheochromocytoma (a rare tumor of the adrenal gland)

• Dizziness
• Tiredness
• Feeling weak

• Worsening of chest pain or heart attack
• Higher risk or worsening of heart failure
• Hidden symptoms of low blood sugar
• Hidden symptoms of overactive thyroid
• Trouble breathing (bronchospastic disease)
• Serious skin reactions
• Greater risk during surgery

Oxybutynin is used to treat overactive bladder (OAB). Oral oxybutynin is available as a short-acting tablet and solution that is taken 2 to 4 times a day. It also comes as a long-acting tablet that's taken once daily (brand name Ditropan XL). Some common side effects of oxybutynin include dry mouth, constipation, and dizziness. Older adults typically lower doses of this medication to lower the risk for side effects.

• Overactive bladder
• Incontinence in children due to a neurologic (brain) condition, such as spina bifida

• Dry mouth (up to 71%)
• Dizziness (up to 17%)
• Constipation (up to 15%)
• Sleepiness (up to 14%)
• Nausea (up to 12%)
• Blurry vision (up to 10%)

• Swelling of face, lips, tongue (angioedema)
• Hallucinations, drowsiness, and confusion
• Worsening of other conditions
• Heat exhaustion