In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of a long-acting acetaminophen-ibuprofen combination (Paxerol) for the treatment of nocturia associated with overactive bladder (OAB). This study found that Paxerol is a safe and effective treatment option for severe nocturia associated with OAB. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB)...
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Safety and effectiveness of a rechargeable sacral neuromodulation device
In a nutshell This study looks at the safety and effectiveness of a rechargeable neuromodulation device. It concluded that the device was still effective for overactive bladder (OAB) after 1 year. It also found that patients found the recharging process satisfactory. Some background Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate....
Read MoreWhat factors can cause maintenance Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation treatment for overactive bladder?
In a nutshell This study looked at the factors affecting patients with overactive bladder (OAB). These factors can cause patients to return for more percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) treatments. It concluded that patients who returned for more PTNS did not improve in all OAB symptoms. Some background Overactive...
Read MoreEvaluating vibegron for the treatment of nocturia in patients with overactive bladder
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of a new drug, vibegron (Beova), on nocturia in patients with overactive bladder (OAB). This study found that vibegron is a useful option to improve nocturia in these patients. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) occurs when the bladder muscle is too active. Instead of staying at rest as...
Read MoreCan overactive bladder medication improve female sexual function?
In a nutshell This study looked at the effect of overactive bladder (OAB) medication on female sexual function. It concluded that treatment of OAB with medication could improve female sexual function. Some background Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate. It may result in urge incontinence (inability to hold on to...
Read MoreCan overactive bladder medication improve female sexual function?
In a nutshell This study looked at the effect of overactive bladder (OAB) medication on female sexual function. It concluded that treatment of OAB with medication could improve female sexual function. Some background Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate. It may result in urge incontinence (inability to hold on to...
Read MoreOnabotulinumtoxinA (BTX-A) injections in men with overactive bladder
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the safety and effectiveness of onabotulinumtoxinA (BTX-A) in men with overactive bladder (OAB). This study found that men with OAB experienced improvement in the quality of life following BTX-A treatment. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) occurs when the bladder muscle is too active...
Read MoreEvaluating percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) for overactive bladder.
In a nutshell This study aimed to evaluate percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) in the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB). This study found that PTNS improved symptoms of OAB in patients who do not respond to OAB drugs. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) occurs when the bladder muscle is too active. Instead...
Read MoreMedication combined with electrical stimulation or bladder training for overactive bladder
In a nutshell This study looked at medication given with electrical stimulation or bladder training for treatment of overactive bladder (OAB). It concluded that the medication was better with stimulation or training, than given alone. Some background Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate. It may result in urge...
Read MoreMirabegron and Solifenacin for overactive bladder
In a nutshell This study compared the effectiveness of mirabegron (Myrbetriq) and solifenacin (Vesicare) for overactive bladder (OAB). It concluded that both drugs are effective for OAB treatment. It also concluded that mirabegron has less side effects. Some background Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate. It...
Read MoreOveractive bladder and nerve stimulation
In a nutshell This study compared two types of nerve stimulation in the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB). It concluded that both types are effective for improving OAB symptoms and quality of life. Some background Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate. It may result in urge incontinence (inability to hold on to...
Read MoreVitamin D and Overactive Bladder
In a nutshell This study looked at vitamin D levels in men and how this impacted lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). It concluded that reduced vitamin D in men may affect LUTS. Some background Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are symptoms which result in decreased urinary function. This can include feelings of urgent urination, not...
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