Oops, I wet my pants: The messy problem of incontinence Jul 16, 2008
It can now be used to treat urinary incontinence resulting from an overactive bladder ... Urinary incontinence can also be caused by medical conditions such as weakness of the pelvic muscles, bladder or urethral sphincter muscles (the group of muscles that tightens to hold urine in and loosens to let it out), an overactive bladder, and blocked urethra from prostate enlargement in men, hormone deficiency in women, neurological disorders, restricted mobility stroke, multiple sclerosis and... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Surprising Things You Never Knew About Botox Jul 15, 2008
If you suffer from an overactive bladder associated with neurological disorders such as spinal cord injury or multiple sclerosis, you can use botulinum toxin to help increase bladder control. Research shows reduced incontinence episodes which can help dramatically improve quality of life. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
* For Botox users,words of caution Jul 8, 2008
One of its newest uses, off label, is treating overactive bladder that is unresponsive to other remedies. Jean Carruthers, an ophthalmologist at the University of British Columbia who in 1987 was among the first to observe Botoxs cosmetic potential, has likened it to penicillin both for its versatility and for its derivation from a common bacterium. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Human tests of bladder replacement in '09 Jul 3, 2008
The augment is being tested in children with spina bifida, adults with spinal cord injuries and adults with overactive bladder and urge incontinence. Now, Tengion is conducting preclinical studies of an entire, fully functional bladder -- also grown in the lab from a patient's own cells. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Approaching Botox with caution Jul 2, 2008
One of its newest uses, off label, is treating overactive bladder that is unresponsive to other remedies. Dr. Jean Carruthers, an ophthalmologist at the University of British Columbia who in 1987 was among the first to observe Botox's cosmetic potential, has likened it to penicillin both for its versatility and for its derivation from a common bacterium. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Drinking Less Reduces Overactive Bladder Symptoms Jun 26, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - For people with overactive bladder problems, cutting fluid intake by 25 percent can improves symptoms substantially, new research from the UK shows. An overactive bladder causes a person to urinate frequently, often urgently ... Bladder infections, bladder cancer and bladder stones can produce the same symptoms, Dr. Hashim Hashim, one of the study's authors, told Reuters Health, so these conditions must be ruled out before a diagnosis of overactive bladder can be... (MEDLINEplus)
"Canada's best restrooms honoured" - The Powder Room Seal of Approval awarded nationwide Jun 25, 2008
TORONTO, June 25 /CNW/ - This past March, the Powder Room - a national program for individuals with overactive bladder - asked Canadians to rate public restrooms via the Cross-Canada Powder Room Map, found at www ... "The Cross-Canada Powder Room Map is a fantastic tool for anyone - including those with overactive bladder," says Fran Stewart, RN, a Nurse Continence Advisor at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto ... ABOUT OVERACTIVE BLADDER ------------------------ Having the sudden... (Canada Newswire)
Those Embarrassing Body Problems Jun 10, 2008
From Hiccups To An Overactive Bladder, Experts Offer Advice For Managing Your Body's Awkward Moments ... Experts offer tips for managing embarrassing body conditions, such as burping, intestinal gas, overactive bladder, and a growling stomach ... From expelling gas, a case of the hiccups, an overactive bladder, and a belch you just can't swallow, to ill-timed yawns, cotton mouth, excessive sweating. (CBS News)
Bladder and Dementia Therapy May Be Incompatible Jun 6, 2008
Sink thinks it is "important for physicians and patients to work together to decide which symptom they would rather treat with a medication: the dementia -- Alzheimer's -- or the overactive bladder.". "If it is the dementia," he concluded, "then the overactive bladder symptoms can be managed by non-medication approaches.". (MEDLINEplus)
A naked plea to empathy Jun 5, 2008
The music and even the disembodied voice have just as much agenda as the actress with the overactive bladder. And in our learned opinions, there is one frightening trend that needs to go, and needs to go right now. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Urodynamix Launches Tetra-NIRS Marketing Trials Jun 4, 2008
The primary objective of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of Tetra for the non-invasive diagnosis of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and overactive bladder (OAB) in adult patients. Dr. Te is expected to enroll 50 male and female patients in the study to compare the diagnostic sensitivity and selectivity of the Tetra system to that of conventional catheter-based urodynamics procedures. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Urigen to Present At RedChip Small-Cap Investor Conference Jun 4, 2008
Urigen's URG301 project targets urethritis and acute urgency in patients diagnosed with an overactive bladder ... It's Time to Take Control of Your Overactive Bladder - Learn How. (Primezone Releases)
WFU's Tengion lays plans for W-S expansion Jun 2, 2008
That trial would join three others already under way that are testing Tengion's ability to successfully regrow bladder tissue to repair a damaged or diseased organ, for patients suffering from spina bifida, spinal cord injuries or overactive bladder and urge incontinence. This article is for Paid Print Subscribers ONLY.. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Brain May Ignore Bladder Signals, Causing Bedwetting May 30, 2008
Study suggests overactive bladder may desensitize brain. HealthDay. (MEDLINEplus)
Watson Announces Oxybutynin Topical Gel NDA Accepted for Filing by FDA for the Treatment of Overactive Bladder May 28, 2008
Watson is seeking marketing approval of this novel transdermal gel of oxybutynin hydrochloride for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB) ... "Through developing novel therapies such as the OTG, we can continue to be the partner of choice to help the millions of people suffering from urological conditions manage their symptoms and enjoy their daily lives." About Overactive Bladder (OAB) OAB is common condition marked by excessive feelings of urgency, with or without urge incontinence, and... (PR Newswire)
Clinical Trials Update: May 23, 2008 May 24, 2008
Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Urinary Incontinence. (Health-Finder)
Controversial: Botox Breast Lifts... May 17, 2008
Trials being tested in the United States and overseas include the treatment of migraines, herniated discs, drooling, overactive bladder, post-stroke spasticity, clubbed feet, and even for children with cerebral palsy -- another very controversial trial being tested in Europe. Earlier this year, the FDA announced it was reviewing the safety of Botox after reports surfaced that some of those children with cerebral palsy had died. (The Drudge Report)
Announcement of Urigen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Apr 5, 2008
URG301 is a female urethral suppository targeting urethritis and acute urgency and nocturia secondary to overactive bladder ... Urigen's URG301 project targets urethritis and acute urgency in patients diagnosed with an overactive bladder. (Primezone Releases)
Pregnant Women Urged to Buckle Up Apr 3, 2008
200 Fetuses Die Each Year in the U.S. Because of Moms Who Don't Wear Seat Belts By WebMD Medical News Reviewed by. April 2, 2008 -- Nearly 200 fetuses are lost each year in the U.S. because of women who don't wear seat belts or wear them improperly, a University of Michigan study suggests. (WebMD)
Urinary Symptoms Often Affect Women's Sex Life Apr 2, 2008
Overall, the occurrence of overactive bladder, incontinence, and voiding problems, as well as sexual difficulties, increased markedly during the study period. "The data suggest that the relationship between sexual dysfunction and LUTS (including overactive bladder) should be considered in women when diagnosing and treating these conditions," Kelleher said. (MEDLINEplus)
Fiber Aids Constipation in Pelvic Floor Disorders Apr 2, 2008
Eighteen women had a primary problem of pelvic organ prolapse, while the rest had conditions such as incontinence and overactive bladder. All had had chronic constipation for at least three out of the past 12 months. (MEDLINEplus)
Plethora and Paul Capital Healthcare sign a $25 million revenue interest financing agreement with an option for an additional $3 million equity investment Apr 1, 2008
The Company has products in clinical development for the treatment of overactive bladder, stress urinary incontinence, interstitial cystitis, gynaecological pain, erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. In January 2006, Plethora acquired Minneapolis- based Timm Medical Technologies, Inc., which markets products for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) to urology clinics through a US-based specialty sales team. (PR Newswire)
What Ever Happened to 'An Apple a Day'? Mar 26, 2008
They invent "diseases," such as overactive bladder or compulsive shopping disorder, to wring high profits out of marginal medicines. They obfuscate the science by controlling the publication of clinical trial results and writing bogus journal articles. (BusinessWeek)
Book Review: Our Daily Meds Mar 19, 2008
(Detrol, the advertised cure for an "overactive bladder," is a case in point, especially since it can cause hallucinations that resemble symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. Second, there are the economics of creating chronic consumers for marginally necessary drugs. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Police keep busy with loud party complaints Friday night Mar 16, 2008
BROWNBOMBER wrote on Mar 16, 2008 1:48 AM:" Come on daniel you were only a few feet away from erbs. should've kept in ur pants dude. At least go for broke man and tell the cop u have overactive bladder or something. Your acknowledgement of the stupidity only solidifies the cops reason to ticket you. ". The comments above are from readers. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Impax sued over application for generic drug Mar 7, 2008
The application by Impax (OTC: IPXL), which has its headquarters in Hayward, was for a generic version of the overactive bladder drug Detrol in 2 mg and 4 mg capsules. "This suit is just a delaying tactic to prevent patients from accessing generic drugs sooner," Impax CEO Larry Hsu said in a prepared statement. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Join the search for Canada's best restrooms Mar 5, 2008
But for the 12 to 18 per cent of Canadians with overactive bladder (OAB), the stress and discomfort associated with using public restrooms can become a common occurrence ... "I love the Cross-Canada Powder Room Map for this reason - it's a great interactive tool to help us all plan our trips accordingly. It's also a great resource for my patients with overactive bladder." The Cross-Canada Powder Room Map campaign was developed to help individuals with OAB find better ways to manage their... (Canada Newswire)
Survey Shows 37% Prevalence of Pelvic Floor Disorders Mar 4, 2008
Personalize Your Medical News. PUTTING BREAKING MEDICAL NEWS INTO PRACTICE Tuesday, March 04, 2008. (MedPage Today)
1 in 3 women suffers pelvic disorder Mar 2, 2008
Based on a study of 4,000 women aged between 25 and 80, the bulk of whom had given birth, the survey found a fourth of them suffered from anal incontinence, 15 per cent from stress urinary incontinence, 13 per cent from an overactive bladder and six per cent experienced dropping of pelvic organs. "Many women think this is something they have to deal with as they age and that there isn't anything they can do about it, but that's not true," said co-author Jean M. Lawrence, of Kaiser Permanente's... (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Pelvic Floor Disorders Affect 1 in 3 Women Mar 2, 2008
The study of 4,000 women (80 percent had given birth) found that 25 percent suffered from anal incontinence, 15 percent from stress urinary incontinence, 13 percent from overactive bladder, and 6 percent from dropped pelvic organs (pelvic organ prolapse) ... In the United States, more than 15 million women have stress urinary incontinence, 16 million have an overactive bladder, and one in 10 suffers from anal incontinence, according to information in a news release about the study. (Health-Finder)
Study: Female Incontinence Is Common Mar 2, 2008
Feb. 29, 2008 -- Women often don't tell their doctors about incontinence, overactive bladder, and pelvic organ prolapse, but those problems are common, a new study shows ... Overactive bladder: an urgent need to urinate ... 13% reported overactive bladder. (WebMD)
Kaiser Permanente Study Shows One-Third of Women Have Overactive Bladder, Incontinence or Other Pelvic Floor Disorders Mar 1, 2008
Of those 4,000 women, 25 percent suffered from anal incontinence, 15 percent from stress urinary incontinence, 13 percent from overactive bladder and six percent experienced pelvic organ prolapse, the dropping of pelvic organs ... Dr. Luber's advice for women with overactive bladders and urgency to urinate, involuntary leaking of urine during physical activity, anal incontinence or sagging pelvic organs is to get educated through internet research or books on the subject, and then find a... (PR Newswire)
A wrinkle in the Botox story Feb 13, 2008
In the recent years, Allergan has begun testing the drug for expanded uses like treating migraines, post-stroke spasticity, and overactive bladder. An Allergan spokesperson says it is important to note that the adverse events being investigated by FDA all occurred among patients using the drug as part of aggressive, high-dose neuromuscular treatments. (CNNMoney.com)
Globe promotes Hall to VP of human resources Feb 8, 2008
Dynogen makes drugs for irritable bowel syndrome, nocturnal gastroesophageal reflux disease, and overactive bladder. (Bloomberg). (Boston Globe)
What we doJulian Shah talks about what it is like to be a urologist Jan 20, 2008
Men suffer from incontinence usually as a result of surgical operations, such as those for prostate cancer or to relieve an obstruction, or they can have an overactive bladder giving rise to urge incontinence. WHAT IS THE MOST COMMON PROCEDURE. (BBC News -- UK)
FDA approves testing of Adolor-Pfizer pain drug Dec 29, 2007
Delta agonists are also thought to modulate other biological processes that may manifest themselves in disease states or conditions such as cardioprotection, overactive bladder and depression. Related Industry News. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Panel urges end to incontinence stigma Dec 13, 2007
Urge incontinence is a sudden, uncontrollable urge to urinate, sometimes called overactive bladder. Fecal incontinence is harder to measure, even more stigmatized and thus hardly ever studied. (Herald Online, SC -- Health)
Adolor shares jump on Pfizer pain-drugs deal Dec 6, 2007
In addition, Delta agonists are thought to modulate other biological processes that may manifest themselves in disease states or conditions such as cardio-protection, overactive bladder, and depression, the companies said in a release. Adolor was up 58 cents to $4. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
UT Southwestern urologist uses Botox to treat debilitating condition Dec 5, 2007
Symptoms of an overactive bladder include urinating more than eight times a day or two or more times at night; the sudden, strong need to urinate immediately; and the inability to suppress urgency resulting in the leaking or loss of urine. For more information about the treatment or clinical trial contact UT Southwesterns Department of Urology at 214-648-4765. (EurekAlert!)
Consumer Reports 'Best Buy Drugs' Compares Best Medicines for Less Dec 4, 2007
That's one of many findings in the January issue of Consumer Reports, in which CR summarizes key findings from its Best Buy Drugs initiative about drugs for 35 conditions including Alzheimer's disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, insomnia, menopause, migraine, and overactive bladder. The report is part of a broader effort by CR to make sure that consumers get the best medicines for their health-care dollar. (PR Newswire)
Ritalin Wars Nov 19, 2007
Much of this marketing is manifest as funding research to define a problem that can then be treated with their product and public education regarding whatever disease it is that they are trying to sell a treatment for (be it erectile dysfunction, nasal allergies, overactive bladder or ADHD). As physicians, we share some of the blame too, as just like the drug companies, we benefit from having people have some kind of disease that they have to pay to come in every three months and be seen for. (New York Times)
Biotech firms courting investors Nov 5, 2007
The drugs have been tested in clinical trials to treat irritable bowel syndrome, overactive bladder disorder, and nocturnal gastroesophageal reflux disease (often associated with heartburn). "Mass Opps is a great place to connect with people," said Lee R. Brettman, Dynogen's chief executive. (Boston Globe)
Men With Bladder Exstrophy Report Robust Sex Lives, But Women Fare Worse Oct 30, 2007
7, 2007) According to a recent study, overactive bladder is much less common among Finns than earlier research suggests. An article published in PLoS ONE on February 7th demonstrates that overactive bladder. (Science Daily)
Do you have an overactive bladder? Oct 17, 2007
HEALTH FEATURES Do you have an overactive bladder ... As many as eight to 10 million South Africans could be affected by Overactive Bladder (OAB), a disease not much talked about but as common as hay fever or high cholesterol, according to Professor Mohamed Haffejee, the head of the department of urology at the University of the Witwatersrand ... For more information about Overactive Bladder, phone Pfizer's OAB Helpline on 0860 734 937 or visit. (iAfrica.com)
SALVAT has Completed Patient Enrollment in a Dose Finding Phase II Trial of SVT-40776 for the Treatment of Overactive Bladder Oct 10, 2007
Results Expected to be Delivered by November 2007 BARCELONA, Spain, October 9 /PRNewswire/ -- This double-blind, placebo-controlled and multi-center Phase II trial includes 332 patients with Overactive Bladder (OAB) and has been conducted at 77 sites in 11 countries (US, Germany, Spain, The Netherlands, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Russia, South Africa, New Zealand and Australia). The company expects to report the results of this trial during November. (PR Newswire)
What happens in the Powder Room, stays in the Powder Room Oct 2, 2007
New online program aims to demystify overactive bladder TORONTO, Oct. 2 /CNW/ - There are widespread misconceptions among Canadian women about overactive bladder (OAB) and its symptoms, according to a survey conducted by The Strategic Counsel, commissioned on behalf of the Powder Room - a new, unique and interactive program designed to educate Canadians on OAB, symptoms, lifestyle tips, management techniques and much more ... "Encouraging dialogue around the condition will help individuals... (Canada Newswire)
Auxilium Pharmaceuticals to Present at ThinkEquity's 2007 ... Sep 29, 2007
Auxilium's transmucosal film product candidate for the treatment of overactive bladder (AA4010) is in phase I of development ... This release contains "forward-looking-statements" within the meaning of The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the Company's intention to present at the 2007 ThinkClinic Healthcare Conference, and the Company's products in development for Dupuytren's contracture, Peyronie's disease, Frozen Shoulder syndrome, overactive... (CNNMoney.com)
Duloxetine calms overactive bladder in women Aug 18, 2007
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The drug duloxetine (sold as Cymbalta) relieves symptoms of overactive bladder in women, according to a study. Dr. Richard C. Bump from Lilly Research Laboratories, Indianapolis, Indiana, and colleagues evaluated the efficacy and safety of duloxetine versus placebo in 306 women with symptoms of overactive bladder ... Bump noted in comments to Reuters Health that duloxetine, "while approved for the treatment of women with moderate to severe stress urinary incontinence... (Scientific American)
Thomson Scientific Publishes The Ones to Watch - A Quarterly Review of Phase Changes in the Pharmaceutical Pipeline Aug 15, 2007
Where the problem is an overactive bladder, patients may benefit from the M1 and M3 muscarinic receptor imidafenacin, developed by Kyorin Pharmaceutical, Ono Pharmaceutical and LG Life Sciences. Fourth is a drug for one of the most severe forms of epilepsy (Lennox- Gastaut Syndrome or LGS), affecting approximately 5% of the children who have the disease. (PR Newswire)
Is Indevus Headed to the Black? Aug 9, 2007
On Monday, Idevus announced that the FDA had approved an extended release version of its overactive bladder drug SANCTURA. That earned it a $35 million milestone payment from its marketing partner Esprit Pharma ... The overactive bladder market is fairly crowded with additional drugs marketed by Johnson &Johnson's (NYSE: JNJ) subsidiary Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical, Novartis (NYSE: NVS), and Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG), but with an estimated 33 million Americans afflicted with overactive bladder... (MSNBC -- Business)
Urigen raises $2M Aug 7, 2007
The company is testing a combination of drugs to treat painful bladder syndrome and a drug for overactive bladder. San Diego-based WBB Securities LLC assisted in the financing. (San Jose Business Journal)
CR Report: New Oral Diabetes Medicines No More Effective, Safe than Lower- Cost, Older Drugs Jul 17, 2007
Other reports compare medicines to treat depression, high blood pressure, heartburn, high cholesterol, asthma, allergies, migraines, insomnia, and overactive bladder. Consumer Reports Best Buy Drugs(R) combines a review of the scientific evidence on the effectiveness and safety of medicines with pricing information. (PR Newswire)
Read More: Flaxseed May Help Prostate Jun 15, 2007
New Research Indicates Injected Toxin Works For Overactive Bladder And Enlarged Prostate. American Urological Association Updates Treatment Guidelines For First Time Since 1995. (CBS News -- Evening News)
Uroplasty, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2007 Financial Results Jun 7, 2007
67) Weighted average common shares outstanding: Basic and diluted 8,591,454 6,746,412 Uroplasty, Inc., headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota, with wholly-owned subsidiaries in The Netherlands and the United Kingdom, is a medical device company that develops, manufactures and markets innovative products for the treatment of voiding dysfunctions, including urinary and fecal incontinence, overactive bladder and vesicoureteral reflux. The Urgent(R) PC Neuromodulation System is a proprietary,... (PR Newswire)
Botox May Help Ease Bladder Problems May 25, 2007
New Research Indicates Injected Toxin Works For Overactive Bladder And Enlarged Prostate ... For bladder problems such as overactive bladder, the Botox generally last about six months, he says; for prostate-related bladder problems, about a year ... The toxin may also help relieve symptoms of overactive bladder, in which the bladder wall muscle inappropriately contracts, causing the urge to urinate, other researchers reported. (CBS News)
Sciele Pharma buys stake in Plethora May 24, 2007
Sciele also will buy a $7 million equity stake in U.K.-based Plethora, which has products in clinical development for the treatment of premature ejaculation, overactive bladder, stress urinary incontinence, interstitial cystitis and gynecological pain. Plethora will get payments after meeting regulatory and sales milestones, and royalty payments on product sales. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Patch for Overactive Bladder Seen Useful May 1, 2007
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A skin patch dispensing the bladder-calming drug oxybutynin is well tolerated and improves the quality of life in adults with overactive bladder, according to a report. People with overactive bladder experience a frequent urge to urinate and may lose bladder control ... The condition, which becomes more common as people age, is caused by overactive bladder muscles. (MEDLINEplus)
Good studies gone bad Apr 6, 2007
We cant go through an evening of television without being reminded of how threatened we are by restless leg syndrome, acid reflux and overactive bladder. Through it all, I held onto the hope that garlic would help my health. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Resources include Internet, books Mar 28, 2007
100 Questions and Answers About Overactive Bladder and Urinary Incontinence, Pamela Ellsworth, M.D. and David A. Gordon, M.D. (2005) Two urologists provide credible and practical answers to questions about these ailments. They include experiences and helpful tips from patients. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Not youronly option Mar 28, 2007
For other women who suffer from a different kind of urinary incontinence called urge incontinence or overactive bladder, the need to always be near a bathroom consumes their lives ... Urinary incontinence can be divided into two types: Stress incontinence and urge incontinence or overactive bladder ... Urge incontinence or overactive bladder. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
It's rare that you find a way to combine your profession with your avocation. Mar 22, 2007
Fast Talk: Marathon Man - Medtronic. How Smart People Work. (FastCompany)
Pioneering Research Into Health Benefits Of Beauty Treatment Mar 9, 2007
Dr Douglas Tincello, Senior Lecturer at the University s Department of Cancer Studies and Molecular Medicine and Consultant Gynaecologist at the Leicester General Hospital, is carrying out a randomised trial involving injecting botulinum toxin into the bladders of women who have overactive bladder disease ... Overactive bladder is a condition in which the bladder tries to empty itself, rather than the patient retaining control ... Overactive bladder is very difficult to treat well. (Science Daily)
EU panel backs Novartis' mock-up pandemic flu vaccine Feb 24, 2007
Toviaz (fesoterodine), from Schwarz Pharma, intended for the symptomatic treatment of overactive bladder syndrome. EMEA review began on 29 March 2006, with an active review time of 210 days. (MarketWatch)
Biomedical Engineers Advance On 'Smart Bladder Pacemaker' Feb 21, 2007
ScienceDaily: Biomedical Engineers Advance On 'Smart Bladder Pacemaker. Biomedical Engineers Advance On 'Smart Bladder Pacemaker. (Science Daily)
Plato bathroom policies questioned Feb 14, 2007
I had a problem when I was a kid because I had an overactive bladder and I didn t know it. If a kid is always raising his hand, he has to go, Mansker said. (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
