Bethcol-50 Tablet 10's is a cholinergic agent used to treat urinary retention. It works by acting on the detrusor muscle (bladder muscle) to push the urine out of the bladder. The detrusor muscle contracts strong enough to start the micturition (the process of urination), thus emptying the bladder.

FAQs

How does Bethcol-50 Tablet 10's work?

Bethcol-50 Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of urinary retention or the inability to urinate. It contracts the bladder muscles and initiates the process of urination, thus emptying the bladder.

Does Bethcol-50 Tablet 10's lower blood pressure?

Bethcol-50 Tablet 10's may lower your blood pressure (hypotension) and cause dizziness. To prevent falls, it is advised to stand up slowly while rising from a sitting or lying position.

Can Bethcol-50 Tablet 10's be used in pregnant women?

There are no sufficient safety data established for the use of Bethcol-50 Tablet 10's in pregnant women. So, it is recommended to use Bethcol-50 Tablet 10's in pregnant women only if clinically needed.

Can Bethcol-50 Tablet 10's be taken without food?

It is recommended to take a Bethcol-50 Tablet 10's on an empty stomach. You can take 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals to prevent nausea.

I have asthma, can I take Bethcol-50 Tablet 10's?

Bethcol-50 Tablet 10's can narrow the airways and cause the flare-up of the symptoms of asthma. So, it is not recommended for use in patients with asthma.