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Health Encyclopedia: Incontinence Medications

Medications

A number of medications are available that increase sphincter or pelvic muscle strength or relax the bladder, making it able to hold more urine. Medications are prescribed for all kinds of incontinence, but they are generally most helpful for urge incontinence.

Medications Specifically for Urge Incontinence

Anticholinergics. Anticholinergics work in the following ways:

Inhibit the involuntary contractions of the bladder
Increase capacity of the bladder
Delay the initial urge to void

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