About this information
This NHS content is written for people in England. Medicine names, availability, prescribing and services may differ in other countries.
Who can take solifenacin
Most adults (aged 18 years old and over) can take solifenacin.
Who may not be able to take solifenacin
Solifenacin is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting to take it if you:
- have ever had an allergic reaction to solifenacin or any other medicine
- have liver or kidney problems
- have myasthenia gravis, a rare long-term condition that causes muscle weakness
- have glaucoma, as solifenacin can increase the pressure in your eye
- have a severe stomach or bowel condition, including a rare complication of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease called toxic megacolon
- are not able to pee or empty your bladder completely (urinary retention)
- are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding
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