Bladder Control: Managing Urinary Incontinence With Medication
Different medical conditions, aging, and lifestyle habits can all contribute to these symptoms. When nondrug strategies fail to help, medications are available to address symptoms and improve quality of life. Anticholinergic medicationsare the mainstay ofurinary incontinencemanagement. Getty Image / bymuratdeniz In some cases, over-the-counter (OTC) medications can help. Getty Image / bymuratdeniz Anticholinergics Anticholinergic medications work by blocking the neurotransmitteracetylcholinefrom binding to its receptors. You may be a candidate for Botox if traditional oral medications have not helped your symptoms....