Drugs Used in Bladder Disorders
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Drugs Used in Bladder Disorders

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What is the hallmark symptom of overactive bladder (OAB)?

Urinary urgency

In the female body, why is the bladder smaller compared to males?

Due to its positioning inferior to the uterus

What does urgency urinary incontinence (UUI) refer to?

Urinary leakage associated with urgency

What defines urinary frequency?

<p>Voiding 8 or more times in a 24-hour period</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the bladder positioned in males?

<p>Anterior to the rectum</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization defines overactive bladder (OAB) as a syndrome?

<p>International Continence Society (ICS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the hallmark symptom of overactive bladder (OAB)?

<p>Urinary urgency</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cholinergic receptors in the bladder is responsible for parasympathetic detrusor contraction?

<p>M3 only</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main pharmacologic treatment of choice for overactive bladder (OAB)?

<p>Antimuscarinic agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which therapy for overactive bladder involves techniques like bladder training and biofeedback?

<p>Behavioural therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the major adverse effects that limit the use of antimuscarinic drugs in treating OAB?

<p>Dry mouth and constipation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of receptors in the bladder are not responsible for cardiovascular effects?

<p>Beta 3 receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of action of anticholinergics/antimuscarinics in treating bladder disorders?

<p>Antagonism at muscarinic M3 receptors in the bladder detrusor muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which adverse effect is commonly associated with anticholinergic medication use?

<p>Headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

What category of adrenergic receptors are beta 3 receptors classified as?

<p>Beta 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of beta 3 receptors in the bladder?

<p>Present in the bladder wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main indication for using duloxetine in bladder disorders?

<p>Stress incontinence related to physical strain</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitters does duloxetine primarily affect in its mechanism of action?

<p>Serotonin and noradrenaline</p> Signup and view all the answers

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