My bladder problems began 9 years ago, a month after my high speed/roll over auto accident. I started out using Ditripan, Oxybutinin, patches - but nothing worked. I started using thin bladder liners to moderate control pads. What's next - Depends? I can't control my bladder like I use to. I have accidental leaks all the time and it's getting worse. Myrbetriq is literally my last hope before
considering surgery. Any comments from users of this new medication are appreciated.
How long does Myrbetriq take to start working?
Question posted by Westdl on 25 April 2014
Last updated on 18 March 2024 by tnmtlady
8 Answers
It took about 10 days to start and gradually improved to 99.9% within a month. I can now go 4 to 5 hours without a potty break. I had a severe cystocele and had surgery to repair it before starting on my Gemtesa.
For me it worked immediately.
I must be an exception but I wanted to add my experience. For the past 3 years my problem had gotten continuously worse until by the time I saw my doctor it was almost total. Like not having a bladder at all total. My doctor gave me samples of Myrbetriq 25mg and literally within 2 days the problem was completely gone. Not kidding. 2 days. That was almost 2 months ago and no return of symptoms. This does not seem to be the norm at all but just wanted to add my experience.
Hi, to answer your Question. I recently asked my Uro when will
I get some relief with incontinence while on this medication.
His answer was "medication takes about 4-5 weeks."
Sorry if this was not the answer you were looking for.
I've had the greenlight operation to shrink my prostate, three months ago. I had the operation thinking this would solve my frequent urination problem, yet now I conclude that it is the bladder that is overactive and maybe was not caused by an enlarged prostate. I still have frequent and urgent urination problems. I just started on myrbetriq 50mg. I don't know if this will work and if yes how long this will take to work, and how long I will have to take this medicine. It seems to effect the head, slight pressure on head.
Within 24 hours, I.e., that day. I found 25mg per day insufficient. 50 mg has some effect. Perfect, no! Much better than waking up 10x/night. Now only 2-3.
Effectiveness seems to vary. But noticeable improvement.
Urologist said no infection, but prostate problem helped by antibiotic.
Lots of factors went into urgency.
Tried many other meds in past for urgency. None worked well.
This was best so far. Expensive.
Took it 6 months ago. Didn't seem to work. Then took it again, now seems to work.
Good luck
I was told by my doctor the medication should start working within the first 4 weeks and if it is working but not enough I can increase from 25mg to 50mg. She gave me 4 week of samples 25mg and 2 weeks of samples-50mg. I am to call her after the 4 weeks to let her know how it is going. I have only been on it for a week for have noticed a pretty good but not complete change. I was taking Vesicare but it stopped working after awhile.
I've been on 25 mg for over a month & no effects 11 days now I've been taking 50 mg no change & no sleep very discouraged! Dr.'s office says give it 3 to 4 weeks to take effect REALLY ???
I also was told to give it 4 weeks. It definitely took 8 weeks and 50 mg before it worked. After about a year I experimented with taking 50mg every other day and it worked just as well. My doctor said it has a 48 hr life and it seemed to. However, after taking it for at least 5 years, I do not feel it works quite as well but it still helps. Easing up on caffeine and alcohol help a lot. some people have had good success with botox or nerve stimulation.
Dr. Says may do the Botox I' m scared of that but i need sleep i have a couple more weeks to see if this dosage works I cant believe you've gone on for 5 years with this problem. My Urologist says its a nerve coming from my back which i had back surgery October 2015 the issue stopped for a while then in June I had a vein procedure in my leg now bladder issue is back I' m wondering if the procedure hit the nerve !!!
I don't have any caffeine or alcohol infact I dont drink enough liquids because I'm so tired of peeing every 5 minutes it's a catch 22 !!
I just started Myrbetriq a week ago. However I can only take half of the 25 mg because I have controlled HBP previous stroke 13 yrs ago and I have a newly placed stent. The first few days my BP was off the charts I backed off to 1/3 of the 25 mg pill. Ive increased it last day now BP is ok . But I dont really know how this is supposed to help me. I wasnt having any issues. Just woke up 2 months ago with severe pressure and pain. Had a cystoscope done all was fine very small stricture dr dilated it but Problem wasn't solved. 2 yrs ago i had a larger stricture and dilation cured the problem. I'm so worried that this is never going to go away. IM like the rest of u here cant sleep cant take my 4 to 5 mile walks because of the pressure& discomfort. MY dr told me the same thing takes 4 weeks to work but since I'm taking such a small dose will it ever work? And I feel like its actually lessening what i void out which is only going to increase pressure. I even went to GYN to make sure there was nothing going on there but all is fine.
I don't know of anyone who has used myrbetriq ... but the link below has reviews that you may find useful.
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urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, bladder, myrbetriq
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- Myrbetriq uses and safety info
- Myrbetriq prescribing info & package insert (for Health Professionals)
- Side effects of Myrbetriq (detailed)
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