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Urinary Retention

Urinary retention is the inability to empty the bladder fully. It can appear suddenly and painfully, or it can develop gradually with few obvious signs.

Urecholine

Bethanechol

25mg

Bethanechol tablets for urinary retention. It encourages the bladder muscle to contract and empty.

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Key points

  • Acute urinary retention causes sudden, severe pain and abdominal bloating.
  • Chronic urinary retention may produce no noticeable symptoms, or may lead to leaking and a weak stream.

Common questions about urinary retention

Which medicine is listed for urinary retention?

Urecholine contains bethanechol, a medicine that helps the bladder muscle contract so urine can pass more easily.

What kind of medicine is used for urinary retention?

Bethanechol belongs to a class of medicines that act on the bladder to improve emptying.

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