Suggest Ways To Wean Off Of Myrbetriq

Posted on Tue, 24 Jan 2017

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Question : Is there a danger in discontinuing Myrbetric without some kind of "step down?" My husband has Alzheimer's (moderate-severe) and has been urinary incontinent for some time. His Urologist retired last month. I have a referral but am questioning if it is time to let some things go.

Answered by Dr. Dr. P. T. Patil (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
There is no harm if you discontinue Myrbetriq (Merabegron) abruptly.

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for query .
Myrbetriq (Merabegron) is prescribed to dontrol spasms of the bladder to reduce urgency incontinence .

It remains active in the body only for 24 hours and does not have any negative effect if one discontinues taking it abruptly .

Hope I have answered your query ,please feel free to ask if you have more questions ,I shall be happy to help you
Thanks and Regards.
Dr.Patil.

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