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Gemtesa Information

Gemtesa (Vibegron) is used to treat overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms. If you have the sudden urge to urinate, even if your bladder is not full, then you have OAB. The symptoms of this condition include increased urinary frequency, urinary urgency, and incontinence. Gemtesa is also used to relieve symptoms of OAB in men taking medicine for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Beta-3 adrenergic receptor agonists like Vibegron relax the bladder muscles, helping to increase bladder capacity. This increases the amount of urine the bladder can hold and reduces the frequent urge to urinate.

Gemtesa Side Effects

The most common side effects of Gemtesa may include diarrhea, headache, nausea, and cold symptoms such as sore throat, stuffy nose, and sneezing. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects, such as:
• Burning sensation when urinating;
• Inability to empty your bladder;
• Painful urination;
• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, breathing difficulties, itching or swelling of the face, tongue, or throat

Gemtesa Precautions

Do not use Gemtesa if you are allergic to Vibegron or other ingredients in this medication. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, including if you have a weak urine stream, urinary retention, kidney disease, liver disease, hypertension, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, are breastfeeding, or are planning to breastfeed. Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Gemtesa and other medications, such as digoxin, flavoxate, oxybutynin, tolterodine, etc. Do not use Gemtesa if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant without informing your doctor. It is unknown if this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Discuss the benefits and risks of using this drug in pregnancy with your doctor. Do not use Gemtesa while breastfeeding without talking to your doctor. It is unknown if Vibegron passes into breast milk or if it may harm a nursing infant. Discuss the benefits and risks of using this drug when breastfeeding with your doctor. The safety and effectiveness of Gemtesa cream in children have not been established.

Use your medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Gemtesa comes as a tablet. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. If you cannot swallow the tablet, you may crush it and mix it with one tablespoon of applesauce. Swallow the mixture right away with a glass of water. Do not save the mixture for later use. Take one tablet once daily. You may take the drug with or without food. Vibegron only helps to control the symptoms of an overactive bladder. It is not a cure for the condition. Do not stop taking this drug without talking to your doctor. Stopping this drug suddenly can worsen your symptoms. Do not share this medication with anyone, even if they have the same symptoms as you. Store Gemtesa at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Keep all medicines out of reach of children.

Do I need a prescription to order Gemtesa?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Gemtesa.