How long does it take for overactive bladder medications to start working?
There are a number of medications available in Canada to manage an overactive bladder and each one is a little different from the others. In addition, individuals respond differently to medications. With this in mind, some patients may start to see results as early as one week after starting on an overactive bladder medication. For others, the full effect may not be seen for four to eight weeks. It is important to talk to your healthcare professional about how soon your medication will start to work for you. It is also important to follow your healthcare professional’s exact instructions when taking medication for overactive bladder. Doing so ensures that your doctor can provide you with the best treatment necessary and you will benefit from the full effect of the medication. Stopping your medication may cause your overactive bladder symptoms to come back. Because there is no cure for an overactive bladder, you must continue taking your medication to control overactive bladder symptoms
