โ Active Ingredient Overview Table:
| ๐ฌ Active Ingredient (Generic Name): | Solifenacin Succinate |
|---|---|
| ๐ Indication: | Overactive Bladder (OAB) Symptoms: Urgency, Frequency, Urge Incontinence |
| ๐บ๐ธ US Brand: | Vesicare |
| ๐ญ Manufacturer: | Cipla Limited (Founded: 1935) |
| ๐ฆ Packaging: | 15 Tablets per Strip |
| ๐งช Strength: | 10 mg |
| ๐ Delivery Time: | 6โ15 days |
๐ฟ What is Solifenacin 10 mg (Soliact)?
Soliact 10 mg contains Solifenacin Succinate, a potent and selective muscarinic M3 receptor antagonist designed to relax detrusor smooth muscle and reduce overactivity of the bladder. It addresses key OAB symptomsโurgency, frequency, and urge incontinenceโenhancing patient quality of life through once-daily dosing.
Clinical trials reveal that the 10 mg dose offers superior reduction in daily incontinence episodes compared to the 5 mg dose, with up to a 70% decrease in leakage events over 12 weeks of therapy. Additionally, improvements in bladder capacity and voiding diary metrics demonstrate its robust efficacy.
For further prescribing and safety information, consult the FDA label for Vesicare, the Drugs.com monograph, the NHS Medicines AโZ entry, and the WHO Essential Medicines List.
๐งฌ Pharmacology & Mechanism of Action
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | C23H26N2O2โข2HCl |
| Molecular Weight | 480.38 g/mol (succinate salt) |
| Bioavailability | ~90% |
| Metabolism | Hepatic (CYP3A4) |
| Half-Life | ~45โ68 hours |
Solifenacinโs high affinity for M3 receptors in the bladder minimizes central nervous system and salivary gland side effects, improving tolerability at the 10 mg dose.
๐ก Indications & Dosing
| Condition | Dose & Administration |
|---|---|
| Overactive Bladder Symptoms | 10 mg once daily; swallow whole with water; may be taken with or without food |
Dose reduction to 5 mg recommended in patients with moderate hepatic or severe renal impairment. Consistent timing enhances plasma stability.
โ ๏ธ Warnings & Side Effects
Common:
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Blurred vision
Serious:
- Urinary retention
- QT interval prolongation (rare)
- Severe hepatic impairment contraindicated
Monitor for anticholinergic effects, urinary retention, and cardiac conduction abnormalities. Avoid use in narrow-angle glaucoma.
๐ฅ Storage Instructions
Store Soliact 10 mg at 20โ25ยฐC in original blister. Protect from moisture and light. Keep out of reach of children.
๐ Availability & Purchasing
- USA: Prescription-only (Vesicare 10 mg); branded and generic available.
- UK & EU: Prescription required; generic solifenacin available.
- Australia: Prescription and TGA approval required.
International import may lower costs; ensure compliance with regulations and valid prescription.
๐ Related Overactive Bladder Therapies
- Soliact 5 mg โ lower dose variant.
- Terol LA 4 mg โ tolterodine ER.
- Mirabegron 50 mg โ ฮฒ3-adrenoceptor agonist.
- Darifenacin 7.5 mg โ M3-selective antagonist.
๐ฅ Educational Video on OAB & Solifenacin
๐ฉโโ๏ธ Expert Insight: Dr. Kavita Desai, Urologist
โSolifenacin 10 mg delivers enhanced symptom control in OAB patients not adequately managed by the 5 mg dose. Regular monitoring for anticholinergic burden is essential.โ




