Incontinence Articles A-Z

Bladder Control Exercises

When the muscles that control the bladder get weak, bladder control exercises can help make them strong again. This eMedTV article discusses exercises to strengthen the bladder.

Bladder Problems

Urinary incontinence is one of the bladder problems that millions of adults have. This eMedTV article discusses bladder problems in detail and links to other articles about urinary incontinence.

Causes of Male Incontinence

Some possible male incontinence causes include: nerve problems, and prostate problems. Other possible causes of male incontinence are also discussed in this eMedTV article.

Cystocele

Also known as a fallen bladder, a cystocele occurs when the bladder droops into the vagina. This eMedTV article discusses this condition in detail, including information on what causes it, how it is treated, and more.

Datrol

Detrol is a prescription medication used for treating an overactive bladder. This page from the eMedTV Web site takes a brief look at Detrol, including possible side effects and general precautions. Datrol is a common misspelling of Detrol.

Detrol

Detrol is a prescription drug that is used to treat overactive bladder symptoms. This page of the eMedTV Web site discusses the drug in greater detail, including in-depth information on its uses, dosing guidelines, potential side effects, and more.

Detrol and Breastfeeding

No studies have been conducted to see if Detrol passes through breast milk in humans. This eMedTV page provides more information on Detrol and breastfeeding, and describes the problems that occurred when the drug passed through breast milk in mice.

Detrol and Constipation

Constipation is considered a "classic" side effect of anticholinergic medications like Detrol. This eMedTV article offers more information on Detrol and constipation, and provides suggestions for constipation relief.

Detrol and Dry Mouth

Dry mouth is the most common side effect reported with Detrol. This article from the eMedTV Web site contains more information on Detrol and dry mouth, explains how common the side effect is, and provides a list of suggestions for dry mouth relief.

Detrol and Pregnancy

Detrol may not be safe for pregnant women. This section of the eMedTV Web site further explores the link between Detrol and pregnancy, and describes the complications that occurred when the drug was given to pregnant mice and rabbits.

Detrol and Weight Gain

Weight gain is a potential side effect that may occur with the use of Detrol. This part of the eMedTV library discusses Detrol and weight gain in more detail and provides a list of lifestyle or dietary changes you can make to help combat this.

Detrol Dosage

The usual starting Detrol dosage for treating an overactive bladder is 2 mg twice a day. This segment of the eMedTV library contains other Detrol dosing information, including a list of precautions and tips for those taking the medication.

Detrol Drug Information

Detrol Drug Interactions

Medications that may cause Detrol drug interactions include cyclosporine, pramlintide, and vinblastine. This eMedTV resource lists other drugs that may interact with Detrol and explains what may happen if these medicines are taken together.