Myrbetriq User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Deb...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 17, 2024

For Urinary Incontinence "Myrbetriq is working very well for me. After one pill, I thought I felt a little relief. The second pill provided a bit more relief. I take one a day, and I haven't had any accidents. It's working very well for me with no side effects at all."

• Xen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 30, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "Myrbetriq 25 mg for my interstitial cystitis made my symptoms worse. I started on a Friday, had some mild side effects such as dizziness, stomach pain, heartburn, racing heart, and headache. They increased in intensity, I was physically exhausted for no reason, and I was peeing close to 50 times a day, more than double. I contacted my Dr. and left a message, but stupidly continued taking the meds for 3 more days, thinking side effects would go away. They got worse. At that point, the bladder pain and pain when peeing was so excruciating, I thought I was going to die. I took AZO Bladder Pain Relief, which helped with the pain since my Dr. never called back. A week later, I'm back to where I started with my IC, and my Dr. has still not called."

• Sim...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 13, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "Worked immediately for me within hours of taking it. Such a relief! Thankfully, my insurance covers it. I am taking the 59 mg extended release if that is any different. I have had virtually no side effects, and I am even on blood pressure medicine and had kidney failure once!"

• Jus...
• August 20, 2015

For Urinary Frequency "I have multiple sclerosis. This medication caused me dizziness, worsened balance, and significantly increased tremor while affording very little relief of urinary symptoms. I have taken the samples for ten days and still need the bathroom every two to three hours with urgency. Will discontinue now. Not worth it."

• Fer...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 21, 2020

For Urinary Frequency "I’m a 28-year-old woman who has bladder issues due to endometriosis. When I was first prescribed Myrbetriq, I was elated. It instantly stopped my frequent and incomplete trips to the bathroom, intense bladder pain, peeing when sneezing or coughing, and waking up to pee at night. I sang its praises to everyone I knew that had similar issues. However, only 5 months later, it has completely stopped working altogether. Every symptom is back. Not only that, I have been experiencing massive hair loss (clumps come out in the shower) and migraines that last for days. I didn’t even think to relate it to the drug until I was reading similar accounts on here. My quick review: it’s great until it stops working, and then the side effects outweigh the benefits. Proceed with caution!"

• get...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 19, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "Myrbetriq 25 mg worked immediately and helped decrease urinary frequency about 25%, while increasing the volume of urine 27%. However, it also increased my frequency of ocular migraines (visual disturbance). So my urogynocologist did not increase the dosage to further decrease my frequency, and after 1.5 months, I stopped taking it. I'm disappointed. This is the third drug I have taken that I could not tolerate the side effects. Now my other options are posterior tibial nerve stimulation or Botox."

• Gen...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 14, 2018

For Urinary Frequency "I began having frequent trips to the bathroom at night 5 years ago. Bought a urinal bottle and still keep it on the table next to my bed. FloMax did not help. Urologist found I have a small bladder and injected it with Botox. Some relief initially, then frequency at night returned. He kept me on FloMax and added 25 mg Myrbetriq. No help. When he increased the dosage to 50 mg, I had some relief. But I still needed the urinal at night. Then I began having urine infections. Antibiotics cured them, but they became more frequent. Two months ago, I was taken to the hospital unconscious. Diagnosed with sepsis and the ER doc told my kids I had a 50-50 chance of living. His opinion was the sepsis began with another urine infection (my fourth). The Myrbetriq website states this drug might cause these infections. I am stopping taking it right away."

• Cin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 31, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "Having bladder pain after UTI. Took one 50 mg one night at 8 pm. Could never get sleepy. Finally went to sleep at 1 am and woke with a rapid heartbeat and anxiety at 3 am. Was awake all day and still had trouble sleeping the next night without taking another dose. So awoke at 5:30 am the next morning with a pulse at 116. My ears have been buzzing and ringing, which impairs my hearing. I would not recommend this medicine, for it causes high BP, fast heart rate, ears buzzing, anxiety. I could tell my urologist had trouble believing me, for he had told me it had no side effects. Why would he say that when you read on the label, all I had are listed? Well, he can say I told him about mine. I don’t like this drug. Oxybutynin was better even with the dry mouth."

• sil...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 17, 2012

For Urinary Frequency "Dry mouth, dry eyes, and continued to urinate. I believe it is an expensive drug with the same side effects as most of the other medications in this class. This was very drying compared to, say, Gelnique."

• TD1...
• November 19, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "I've been dealing with nocturia and a weakened stream for almost a year. It had gotten to the point of having a constant urge to go when lying down, so I was getting very little sleep and turning into a zombie. I tried Saw Palmetto, which actually helped for about 3 months, but then the symptoms came back with a fury. I finally went to a urologist, who put me on Flomax. That only lasted a week before the horrible side effects kicked in. After reading reviews, I talked the doctor into trying Cialis 5 mg. I took that for 2 months, and it had zero effect. The doctor then gave me a 2-week sample of Myrbetriq 50 mg. Within a few days, my stream had improved and the constant urge to go when lying down disappeared. However, I was still getting up 4-5 times a night. After 6 weeks, frequency has not changed. I'll give this another month, and if the frequency doesn't change, I'll be back at the doctor's office."

• Ret...
• March 1, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "I had been prescribed this drug a couple of years ago and stopped using it due to diarrhea issues. I have gone to a new doctor, and she prescribed the same. I'm taking 2 other drugs. So I started having gastro grumblings, etc. Then I had one experience of explosive diarrhea! Of course, I don't know whether this drug caused it or not. I stopped the drug for a few days, then have had almost continual gastro problems. I am having some hair loss and started taking iron for it, which I read online. Someone commented on that problem as related to Myrbetriq. Needless to say, I am stopping this drug! Not only do I continue to have OAB, some hair loss, but I also am fearful of fecal loss!"

• hel...
• February 21, 2015

For Urinary Incontinence "I see many comments about the cost. Google Myrbetriq copay assistance and you can get the first script free (by the way, a 90-day works for the first script free). After that, it will cover up to the first $50. You simply fill out the form and print the card, then bring it to your pharmacy. Unfortunately, you can't use it with government insurance."

• Hoc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 11, 2018

For Urinary Frequency "Had 5 kidney stones in 3 months, and those events somehow changed my renal system, and I developed overactive bladder (OAB). Was voiding 30-40 times a day. MD checked for infection multiple times over months - none present. I had multiple KUB X-rays and CT scans done - all clear. The OAB was debilitating, it was hard to leave the house. MD gave me a month's worth of Myrbetriq samples - 25 mg and 50 mg. I started with the 25 mg, and it didn't do anything. I went to the 50 mg, and it sort of worked, reducing my bathroom visits about 25%, but I developed nonstop fatigue. I was exhausted day and night and was sleeping for 2-3 hours a day. I just quit the Myrbetriq, and the fatigue has dissipated, and the OAB has gotten better even after stopping the Myrbetriq. In addition, my blood pressure increased from 115/75 to 130/90. I have no explanation for the OAB improvement off the drug, and neither does my MD. Be careful with this drug and monitor your BP daily. This drug was not for me."

• Dia...
• April 17, 2016

For Urinary Incontinence "Started at 25 mg the first month - no effect. Moved to 50 mg for another month - no effect. Taking this is like taking a sugar pill. For 1/10th the cost, I can go back to oxybutynin and regain control. I liked the absence of the dry mouth, but the absence of the control is worse. I say 'no effect,' but it did seem slightly better than taking nothing at all, so I gave it a 2."

• Pen...
• June 12, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "After complaining to my urologist that the Oxybutynin Hydrochloride I had been taking for years had stopped working, he gave me a 30-day sample pack of Myrbetriq 50 mg to try. Although it really didn't work any better-same amount of urgency and leakage-I went ahead and ordered a 90-day supply from CVS Caremark. I figured newer was better, right? Wrong! Within 3 days, I broke out in severe hives all over my body. I did not immediately make the connection, so I took my regular dose of Myrbetriq again on the fourth day. My hives became so bad I called my doctor, and luckily he connected the dots and ordered me off the Myrbetriq and onto a five-day course of Prednisone. Be very wary of this drug!"

• Ros...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 13, 2023

For Urinary Incontinence "Myrbetriq does not work. It is junk. I used it for 4 months at $400 a month. That is $1,600 I wasted on this product. I will tell everyone I know not to use it. The people that make these things and say they work when they don't - it is junk. I wasted $1,600 on this product. I want my money back from the company."

• Lee...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 25, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "Leg cramps and lower back pain came on gradually at night after starting Myrbetriq. Now the leg cramps are intense in both legs and feet. Brought me to tears. This is happening every night, sometimes twice. Didn't notice any improvement even after 6 weeks."

• Gui...
• June 14, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "Myrbetriq has helped, with no side effects! I am satisfied and will continue to take it. I have been taking it for 7 1/2 weeks. Background: 69-year-old male. Had overactive bladder episodes once or twice daily. Urinary incontinence with minor leakage once a week and major leakage once a month. I sought help because of a group vacation trip with concern about finding restrooms with short notice. Good results have continued since returning. Also, my awakening at night to urinate has been reduced by one. From twice to maybe three times to currently once or twice per night. Some nights, zero! I have not experienced any side effects. No change in metabolism, sleepiness, or bowel habits. Good! As recommended by my urologist, I reduced my coffee consumption. I went from 20 ounces (2 mugs) each morning to 15 ounces. That has helped. No other coffee for the rest of the day. My urologist would like to see me drink zero coffee, but that is not going to happen!"

• Sth...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 8, 2018

For Urinary Frequency "Never again! Took it once when first prescribed, felt like it actually made it worse along with horrendous anxiety. Later thought maybe it was just a coincidence, so tried it again. Same thing. Up almost all night with even more frequent urination, awful anxiety that made me feel like my skin was on fire, and just overall feeling like garbage. No thanks. I think I’ll stick with the Oxybutynin and Uribel."

• BB5...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 26, 2015

For Urinary Incontinence "After menopause, I developed urge incontinence. My urologist gave me Myrbetriq, and it stopped my incontinence completely within 1 month. However, I was also taking flecainide; I found out the two should not be taken together, so I quit the Myrbetriq for about a year. After my cardiologist weaned me off the flecainide, I began the Myrbetriq again; I'm disappointed to say that although it has helped, the results this time are not like they were when I initially took the drug. I still must wear pads and am debating whether to continue taking the drug."

• Dsb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 8, 2024

For Urinary Frequency "This is my third day on this medicine, and it seems to be working! I read a lot of the reviews on here and was nervous to try it, but I decided to try it anyway since my urologist thought it was a better drug for me to take while in college. Personally, I have barely dealt with any side effects so far. The main side effect I think I am dealing with is drowsiness, but it's manageable and it's helped me sleep better at night. I am starting to urinate less frequently, and because of that, I'm able to better focus on my studies at college and not just run all the time when I have classes and assignments to complete. If Myrbetriq continues to work for me, I hope my insurance will continue to cover it in the future."

• old...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 7, 2017

For Urinary Frequency "I took one 50 mg dose and woke a few hours later with serious chest pains, a bad chemical taste in my mouth and nose. I have no idea whether it changed the bladder problem, and I will not touch it again."

• Goo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 21, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "Mom (87) has been getting up 5 to 7 times per night to urinate. We tried this drug to reduce the number of trips to the bathroom so we can all get some sleep. It has not reduced her bathroom visits, but it gives her such dry mouth now she drinks half a gallon of water during the nighttime. But good is that?! Tried it for three days. (She also takes Seroquel, which compounds the dry mouth issue). This drug gets no points for reducing nocturnal bathroom trips."

• Kes...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• August 28, 2017

For Urinary Frequency "Was taking this medication Myrbetriq for a little over five years. During this time, I had no side effects, however, after a while, the positive effects wore off, and then my symptoms came back like I wasn't even taking anything. It did work for me, but I'm one whose body adapts quickly to medications. Couldn't go any higher because when coming off Oxybutynin, I was put on the highest dose. Hope this helps."

• Dra...
• April 25, 2018

For Urinary Incontinence "I took Myrbetriq after a prostatectomy and after my catheter was removed (in for THREE weeks) to try to curb the 'dribbles'... On the second day, I had to stop 4 times in 30 minutes to pee... And I'm not talking about a 'little' pee, I'm talking about FILLING a red solo cup every time. (I was driving) It kept me up all night trotting back and forth to the bathroom. This morning, I gained TWO belt notches on my belt. I'll bet I lost 3 or 4 pounds in water alone yesterday. Needless to say, I'm DONE with this med. At this rate, I'd be totally dehydrated in the next 2 days..."