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Incontinence & Overactive Bladder Overview

Urinary incontinence is the accidental leakage of urine. It can happen when you cough or sneeze, or have a sudden urge to go to the bathroom but can't get there in time. Bladder control problems are very common and can strike anyone -- male or female, young or old -- at any time. If you are experiencing urinary incontinence or overactive bladder, start here for information on causes, treatments, and products that can help.

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ENABLEX is a prescription medicine used in adults to treat the following symptoms due to a condition called overactive bladder:

  • · having a strong need to go to the bathroom right away (also called "urgency")
  • · leaks or wetting accidents (also called "urinary incontinence")
  • · having to go to the bathroom too often (also called "urinary frequency")

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

You should not take once-daily ENABLEX if you have certain types of stomach problems, glaucoma, or have trouble emptying your bladder. Side effects of ENBLEX include blurred vision, and more commonly dry mouth, constipation, indigestion, and abdominal pain. Use caution when doing certain activities until you know how ENBALEX affects you.

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