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Stopping medicines for urinary problems

Medicines for urinary problems can sometimes be stopped if they do not help enough, cause side effects or are no longer needed. First, it must be clear which medicine is involved, why it was started and whether urinary retention could occur.

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Medicines for urinary problems can sometimes be stopped if they do not help enough, cause side effects or are no longer needed. First, it must be clear which medicine is involved, why it was started and whether urinary retention could occur.

  • A weak stream, difficulty starting or straining.
  • Dribbling afterwards or feeling the bladder is not empty.
  • Stop only after checking the medicine name and plan with a doctor or pharmacist.
  • Before and after stopping, record frequency, night-time urination, stream and leakage.
  • Make contact before stopping if you have previously had retention, kidney damage, a bladder stone or recurring infection.
  • For urgent GP care outside normal opening hours, call HAP 9252. Call Ambulance 912 only for an immediately life-threatening situation.

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