What is Bethanechol?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: BethanecholBrand:
This is a drug that affects the parasympathetic nervous system. It is used to relieve difficulties in urinating caused by surgery, drugs, or other factors. It stimulates a muscle in the bladder to help you urinate.
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How do members experience Bethanechol?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bladder problems | 29 | 15 | |
| Urinary retention | 10 | 2 | |
| Gastroparesis | 1 | 2 | |
| Stomach infection/inflammation | 1 | 1 | |
| Stomach pain | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Dry mouth | 2 | |
| Frequent urination | 2 | |
| Excess saliva | 1 | |
| Nocturia | 1 | |
| Seizures | 1 | |
| Urinary incontinence | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 2 | |
| Moderate | 3 | |
| Mild | 7 | |
| None | 12 |
Member evaluations
wkikta
evaluated on Jun 17, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for bladder problems: Moderate
- Side effects: None
TIREDNSICK
evaluated on Sep 11, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for neurogenic bladder: Major
- Side effects: Mild
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