Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD Key Takeaways Lifestyle changes like reducing caffeine and managing fluid intake are recommended before using medications for overactive bladder.Anticholinergic ...

Women treated with antimuscarinics for overactive bladder syndrome are more likely to be diagnosed with depression after treatment onset than overactive bladder patients not treated with the ...

A new study suggests that more women are being prescribed beta-3 agonists over anticholinergics for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB), suggesting that more clinicians may be choosing this ...

The American Urologic Association advises caution in the use of anticholinergic medications to treat older or frail adults with OAB. Despite an increased risk of cognitive decline associated with ...

A new retrospective study published in the International Urogynecology Journal (DOI: 10.1007/s00192-025-06209-8) by researchers at Allegheny Health Network's (AHN) Women's Institute found that ...

—Maybe, say the results of a UK meta-analysis, which found some patients to benefit from the alternative approach. Considering the side effects of certain OAB medications and poor adherence, it’s ...

Myrbetriq (mirabegron) is a brand-name drug that’s prescribed for overactive bladder in adults and certain children. It’s an extended-release medication. As with other drugs, Myrbetriq can cause side ...

Overactive bladder is most common in adults over 65 but can also be due to hormonal changes. Maintaining a healthy weight, eating right, and staying hydrated can help control surprise leaks. If ...

"We found that asynchronous telehealth visits provided more frequent engagement with clinicians, which, in turn, led to better compliance with medication use and behavioral changes, and ultimately to ...

OAB is commonly treated with a class of medicines called anticholinergics or antimuscarinics. These medicines block chemicals in your body that help the bladder to squeeze. By blocking these chemicals ...

Overactive bladder is a long-term condition that won’t go away on its own and may worsen if a person does not get treatment. The condition can be caused by issues in how the brain and bladder ...