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Myrbetriq (mirabegron extended-release tablets) is a prescription medicine for adults used to treat overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urgency, frequency and leakage.

Living With Overactive Bladder (OAB) Symptoms

In this section, you’ll learn about:
  • OAB and who gets it
  • What symptoms to look for
  • A quiz to gauge your OAB symptoms
  • Helpful tips that can help
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What Is Overactive Bladder (OAB)?

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About 1 in 3 U.S. adults 40 years of age and older reported symptoms of OAB at least “sometimes.”

OAB is a medical condition that happens when you cannot control your bladder contractions.

OAB affects how your bladder stores urine: your brain signals your bladder to empty, even when it isn't full. This may cause your bladder muscles to contract. These frequent or uncontrollable contractions can lead to symptoms of OAB, which are urgency, frequency, and leakage. If you have these symptoms, you’re not alone. As many as 46 million Americans 40 years of age or older have reported symptoms of OAB. According to the American Urological Association, OAB:

  • Occurs in both men and women
  • May affect your daily activities due to lack of bladder control
  • Can cause embarrassment, leading some to just learn to cope with the condition

Are you planning your daily activities around being close to bathrooms to avoid urine leaks and accidents? It may be time to have an honest talk with your healthcare professional (HCP). Lifestyle changes can help. And there are treatment options available.

*Based on the results of a 2011 study of 200,000 US men and Women aged ≥ 40 years of age utilizing the Epidemiology of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (EpiLUTS) internet survey in which 35.6% of respondents reported symptoms of OAB at least “sometimes” based on the International Continence Society definition of OAB. Given these data, it is estimated that of the 129.3 million men and women ≥ 40 years in the US (2005 census figures), 46,030,800 may experience OAB symptoms.

 

What Causes OAB Symptoms?

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A healthy bladder muscle expands as it fills with urine. Once it’s about half full, nerves in the bladder tell you it’s time to urinate.

overactive bladder, bladder compression

OAB interrupts the normal storage of urine. It causes the bladder muscle to suddenly contract before the bladder is full.

overactive bladder, bladder contracting

This can lead to frequent and sudden, strong urges to urinate, sometimes with leakage.

 

Think You Might Have OAB?

How to Start the Conversation with Your Doctor

If you have symptoms of OAB, the first step is having an open, honest discussion with your doctor — but that isn’t easy for everyone. This easy-to-use symptom quiz can help you talk to your doctor:

Answer 10 short questions to help identify your OAB symptoms

Print or save your results based on your answers

Show the results to your doctor to help make your conversation about OAB easier

Get Started Now!

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1. How many times do you urinate during the day?

Select the most suitable answer

2. Do you have to rush to the toilet to urinate?

Select the most suitable answer

3. Does urine leak before you can get to the toilet?

Select the most suitable answer

4. Which OAB symptom(s) bother you the most?

Select all that apply

5. How long have you been experiencing your OAB symptoms?

Select the most suitable answer

6. Do you use any of the following to help deal with leaks?

Select all that apply

7. Have you recently taken steps to improve your OAB symptoms? Always consult your doctor when starting 
any diet or exercise program.

Select all that apply

8. Do you use or have you considered any medications or 
medical treatments for your OAB symptoms?

Select all that apply

9. In what ways are your OAB symptoms affecting your daily activities?

Select all that apply

10. Do you avoid certain events and/or activities because of your OAB symptoms?

Select all that apply

Nice work!

Check out your results by selecting View or Email below. Try bringing them to your next doctor's appointment to help get the most out of your discussion.

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Myrbetriq is a prescription medicine for adults used to treat
overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urgency, frequency and leakage.

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Doctor Conversation Guide

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Starting the OAB conversation is the first step to getting help. Share this guide with your doctor.

Show your overactive bladder (OAB) Symptom Summary to your healthcare professional (HCP) to let them know about your OAB symptoms.

We’ve also included some questions to ask about Myrbetriq, a prescription medicine used to treat OAB with symptoms of urgency, frequency and leakage in adults.

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My Symptom Summary

1. How many times do you urinate during the day?

2. Do you have to rush to the toilet to urinate?

3. Does urine leak before you can get to the toilet?

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Important Safety Information

Do not take MYRBETRIQ® (mirabegron extended-release tablets) if you are allergic to mirabegron or any ingredients in MYRBETRIQ.

MYRBETRIQ may cause your blood pressure to increase or make your blood pressure worse if you have a history of high blood pressure. You and your doctor should check your blood pressure while you are taking MYRBETRIQ. Call your doctor if you have increased blood pressure.

Please see complete Important Safety Information at the end of this PDF. Please refer to accompanying

Patient Product Information and complete Prescribing Information for Myrbetriq, found at Myrbetriq.com.

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My Symptom Summary (continued)

4. Which of these OAB symptom(s) bother you? (select all that apply)

5. How long have you been experiencing your OAB symptoms?

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Lifestyle and behavior changes
I’ve tried

6. Do you use any of the following to help deal with leaks?
(select all that apply)

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Important Safety Information (continued)

MYRBETRIQ may increase your chances of not being able to empty your bladder. Tell your doctor right away if

you have trouble emptying your bladder or you have a weak urine stream.

Please see complete Important Safety Information at the end of this PDF. Please refer to accompanying

Patient Product Information and complete Prescribing Information for Myrbetriq, found at Myrbetriq.com.

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Lifestyle and behavior changes
I’ve tried (continued)

7. Have you recently taken steps to improve your OAB symptoms?
Always consult your doctor when starting any diet or exercise program.
(select all that apply)

8. Do you use or have you considered any medications
or medical treatments for your OAB symptoms (select all that apply)

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Important Safety Information (continued)

MYRBETRIQ may cause an allergic reaction with swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue with or without

difficulty breathing. Stop using MYRBETRIQ and go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away.

Please see complete Important Safety Information at the end of this PDF. Please refer to accompanying

Patient Product Information and complete Prescribing Information for Myrbetriq, found at Myrbetriq.com.

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How I feel my OAB symptoms
are affecting me

9. In what ways are your OAB symptoms affecting your daily activities?
(select all that apply)

10. Do you avoid certain events and/or activities
because of your OAB symptoms? (select all that apply)

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Important Safety Information (continued)

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including medications for overactive bladder or other

medicines especially thioridazine (Mellaril™ and Mellaril-S™), flecainide (Tambocor®), propafenone (Rythmol®),

digoxin (Lanoxin®) or solifenacin succinate (VESIcare®). MYRBETRIQ may affect the way other medicines work,

and other medicines may affect how MYRBETRIQ works.

Please see complete Important Safety Information at the end of this PDF. Please refer to accompanying

Patient Product Information and complete Prescribing Information for Myrbetriq, found at Myrbetriq.com.

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USE OF MYRBETRIQ® (mirabegron extended-release tablets)

MYRBETRIQ® (mirabegron extended-release tablets) is a prescription medicine for adults used to treat overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urgency, frequency and leakage.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Do not take MYRBETRIQ if you are allergic to mirabegron or any ingredients in MYRBETRIQ.

MYRBETRIQ may cause your blood pressure to increase or make your blood pressure worse if you have a history of high blood pressure. You and your doctor should check your blood pressure while you are taking MYRBETRIQ. Call your doctor if you have increased blood pressure.

MYRBETRIQ may increase your chances of not being able to empty your bladder. Tell your doctor right away if you have trouble emptying your bladder or you have a weak urine stream.

MYRBETRIQ may cause an allergic reaction with swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue with or without difficulty breathing. Stop using MYRBETRIQ and go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away.

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including medications for overactive bladder or other medicines especially thioridazine (Mellaril™ and Mellaril-S™), flecainide (Tambocor®), propafenone (Rythmol®), digoxin (Lanoxin®) or solifenacin succinate (VESIcare®). MYRBETRIQ may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how MYRBETRIQ works.

Before taking MYRBETRIQ, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you have liver or kidney problems.

The most common side effects of MYRBETRIQ include high blood pressure, pain or swelling of the nose or throat (nasopharyngitis), urinary tract infection, and headache.

For further information, please talk to your healthcare professional and see accompanying Patient Product Information and complete Prescribing Information for MYRBETRIQ® (mirabegron extended-release
tablets), found at Myrbetriq.com.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA.
Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Myrbetriq® is a registered trademark of Astellas Pharma Inc. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

©2021 Astellas Pharma US, Inc. All rights reserved. 057-4468-PM 05/21

Generate PDF

Myrbetriq is a prescription medicine for adults used to treat
overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urgency, frequency and leakage.

image

Doctor Conversation Guide

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Starting the OAB conversation is the first step to getting help. Share this guide with your doctor.

Show your overactive bladder (OAB) Symptom Summary to your healthcare professional (HCP) to let them know about your OAB symptoms.

We’ve also included some questions to ask about Myrbetriq, a prescription medicine used to treat OAB with symptoms of urgency, frequency and leakage in adults.

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My Symptom Summary

1. How many times do you urinate during the day?

2. Do you have to rush to the toilet to urinate?

3. Does urine leak before you can get to the toilet?

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Important Safety Information

Do not take MYRBETRIQ® (mirabegron extended-release tablets) if you are allergic to mirabegron or any ingredients in MYRBETRIQ.

MYRBETRIQ may cause your blood pressure to increase or make your blood pressure worse if you have a history of high blood pressure. You and your doctor should check your blood pressure while you are taking MYRBETRIQ. Call your doctor if you have increased blood pressure.

Please see complete Important Safety Information at the end of this PDF. Please refer to accompanying

Patient Product Information and complete Prescribing Information for Myrbetriq, found at Myrbetriq.com.

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My Symptom Summary (continued)

4. Which of these OAB symptom(s) bother you? (select all that apply)

5. How long have you been experiencing your OAB symptoms?

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Lifestyle and behavior changes
I’ve tried

6. Do you use any of the following to help deal with leaks?
(select all that apply)

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Important Safety Information (continued)

MYRBETRIQ may increase your chances of not being able to empty your bladder. Tell your doctor right away if

you have trouble emptying your bladder or you have a weak urine stream.

Please see complete Important Safety Information at the end of this PDF. Please refer to accompanying

Patient Product Information and complete Prescribing Information for Myrbetriq, found at Myrbetriq.com.

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Lifestyle and behavior changes
I’ve tried (continued)

7. Have you recently taken steps to improve your OAB symptoms?
Always consult your doctor when starting any diet or exercise program.
(select all that apply)

8. Do you use or have you considered any medications
or medical treatments for your OAB symptoms (select all that apply)

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Important Safety Information (continued)

MYRBETRIQ may cause an allergic reaction with swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue with or without

difficulty breathing. Stop using MYRBETRIQ and go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away.

Please see complete Important Safety Information at the end of this PDF. Please refer to accompanying

Patient Product Information and complete Prescribing Information for Myrbetriq, found at Myrbetriq.com.

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How I feel my OAB symptoms
are affecting me

9. In what ways are your OAB symptoms affecting your daily activities?
(select all that apply)

10. Do you avoid certain events and/or activities
because of your OAB symptoms? (select all that apply)

celebrate
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Important Safety Information (continued)

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including medications for overactive bladder or other

medicines especially thioridazine (Mellaril™ and Mellaril-S™), flecainide (Tambocor®), propafenone (Rythmol®),

digoxin (Lanoxin®) or solifenacin succinate (VESIcare®). MYRBETRIQ may affect the way other medicines work,

and other medicines may affect how MYRBETRIQ works.

Please see complete Important Safety Information at the end of this PDF. Please refer to accompanying

Patient Product Information and complete Prescribing Information for Myrbetriq, found at Myrbetriq.com.

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USE OF MYRBETRIQ® (mirabegron extended-release tablets)

MYRBETRIQ® (mirabegron extended-release tablets) is a prescription medicine for adults used to treat overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urgency, frequency and leakage.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Do not take MYRBETRIQ if you are allergic to mirabegron or any ingredients in MYRBETRIQ.

MYRBETRIQ may cause your blood pressure to increase or make your blood pressure worse if you have a history of high blood pressure. You and your doctor should check your blood pressure while you are taking MYRBETRIQ. Call your doctor if you have increased blood pressure.

MYRBETRIQ may increase your chances of not being able to empty your bladder. Tell your doctor right away if you have trouble emptying your bladder or you have a weak urine stream.

MYRBETRIQ may cause an allergic reaction with swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue with or without difficulty breathing. Stop using MYRBETRIQ and go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away.

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including medications for overactive bladder or other medicines especially thioridazine (Mellaril™ and Mellaril-S™), flecainide (Tambocor®), propafenone (Rythmol®), digoxin (Lanoxin®) or solifenacin succinate (VESIcare®). MYRBETRIQ may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how MYRBETRIQ works.

Before taking MYRBETRIQ, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you have liver or kidney problems.

The most common side effects of MYRBETRIQ include high blood pressure, pain or swelling of the nose or throat (nasopharyngitis), urinary tract infection, and headache.

For further information, please talk to your healthcare professional and see accompanying Patient Product Information and complete Prescribing Information for MYRBETRIQ® (mirabegron extended-release
tablets), found at Myrbetriq.com.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA.
Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Myrbetriq® is a registered trademark of Astellas Pharma Inc. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

©2021 Astellas Pharma US, Inc. All rights reserved. 057-4468-PM 05/21

 

What to Expect from Myrbetriq

The symptoms of OAB can have you searching for a bathroom, anytime, anywhere. They can come over you suddenly, and they are hard to control. But once you start taking Myrbetriq, you may notice the following within 4-8 weeks.

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Less Urgency

Urgency is when you feel a strong need to urinate that is hard to control. It may even be strong enough to cause urine leakage.

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Less Frequency

Frequency is the need to urinate too often. Urinating more than seven times during waking hours is one of the primary symptoms of OAB.

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Less Leakage

Leakage is when you accidentally urinate after a sudden, uncontrollable urge. Some people cope with leakage by wearing absorbent products, like pads, in case of accidents.

Helpful Tips

A prescription medicine is just one aspect of managing your OAB symptoms. If your HCP prescribes one, be sure to follow the prescription instructions exactly as written and ask what you can expect from the medication. You may also benefit from making certain lifestyle changes, such as the ones shown below.

Treat overactive bladder by avoiding spices

It’s time to rethink that extra dab of hot sauce. Spicy foods— such as tomato products, chili and horseradish—can irritate the bladder and worsen the symptoms of OAB. Also, instead of dousing food with hot spices, focus on increasing flavor with seasonal herbs and garlic.

Always talk to your HCP before starting any diet or exercise program.

Treat overactive bladder by avoiding caffeine and coffee

You may enjoy the occasional cup of joe but cutting down on caffeine could result in fewer bathroom trips. The acid and caffeine in coffee, including decaf, can be problematic.

When it comes to herbal teas, chamomile and peppermint are generally a safe bet. If you have to live life one cup at a time, try hot milk with a touch of vanilla.

Treat overactive bladder by avoiding alcohol

As a rule, alcohol and your bladder don’t mix well. Alcohol can irritate your bladder and drinking less may reduce your symptoms. Plus, consuming moderate or large amounts of alcohol, puts you at risk of dehydration.

If you must indulge, stick to low acid wines and lighter colored spirits.

Treat overactive bladder by losing weight

If you’re carrying around a few extra pounds, you could be putting unnecessary pressure on your bladder. Low-impact activities like walking, Pilates and yoga could help you lose weight and find relief from OAB symptoms. But always be sure to talk to your HCP before starting any weight loss or exercise program.

Treat overactive bladder by watching fluid intake

If you are suffering from symptoms of OAB, you may be tempted to reduce your fluid intake as much as possible. However, that could increase your OAB symptoms as well. Instead, drink only when you are thirsty and try to spread out your fluid intake throughout the day. Check with your doctor to see what the right amount is for you.

Treat overactive bladder with exercise, Kegel exercises

Kegel exercises use muscle contractions to strengthen the pelvic floor—which can help with control and urge suppression.

Another simple bladder training exercise you can do is delayed voiding (urinating), which is essentially holding off going to the bathroom until you gradually increase the time between voids. Always check with your doctor when starting a new exercise program.

Treat overactive bladder by avoiding citrus fruits

Citrus fruits such as oranges, limes, lemons and grapefruit contain high amounts of citric acid that can irritate the bladder. If you enjoy fruit juice, consider switching to less acidic beverages like pear juice or apple juice.

Treat overactive bladder by avoiding soda

Sodas often contain either caffeine or citric acid, both of which may affect your OAB symptoms. And, while diet sodas may not contain sugar, their artificial sweeteners aren’t the healthiest option, either.

A pitcher of ice-cold water with a few slices of watermelon could serve as a refreshing, and bladder-friendly, alternative.

Use of Myrbetriq

Important Safety Information

Use of Myrbetriq

MYRBETRIQ® (mirabegron extended-release tablets) is a prescription medicine for adults used to treat overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urgency, frequency and leakage.

Do not take MYRBETRIQ if you are allergic to mirabegron or any ingredients in MYRBETRIQ.

MYRBETRIQ may cause your blood pressure to increase or make your blood pressure worse if you have a history of high blood pressure. You and your doctor should check your blood pressure while you are taking MYRBETRIQ. Call your doctor if you have increased blood pressure.

MYRBETRIQ may increase your chances of not being able to empty your bladder. Tell your doctor right away if you have trouble emptying your bladder or you have a weak urine stream. MYRBETRIQ may cause an allergic reaction with swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue with or without difficulty breathing. Stop using MYRBETRIQ and go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away.

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including medications for overactive bladder or other medicines especially thioridazine (Mellaril™ and Mellaril-S™), flecainide (Tambocor®), propafenone (Rythmol®), digoxin (Lanoxin®) or solifenacin succinate (VESIcare®). MYRBETRIQ may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how MYRBETRIQ works.

Before taking MYRBETRIQ, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you have liver or kidney problems.

The most common side effects of MYRBETRIQ include high blood pressure, pain or swelling of the nose or throat (nasopharyngitis), urinary tract infection, and headache.

For further information, please talk to your healthcare professional and see accompanying Patient Product Information and complete Prescribing Information for MYRBETRIQ® (mirabegron extended‑release tablets).

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Use of Myrbetriq

Important Safety Information

Use of Myrbetriq

MYRBETRIQ® (mirabegron extended-release tablets) is a prescription medicine for adults used to treat overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urgency, frequency and leakage.

Do not take MYRBETRIQ if you are allergic to mirabegron or any ingredients in MYRBETRIQ.

MYRBETRIQ may cause your blood pressure to increase or make your blood pressure worse if you have a history of high blood pressure. You and your doctor should check your blood pressure while you are taking MYRBETRIQ. Call your doctor if you have increased blood pressure.

MYRBETRIQ may increase your chances of not being able to empty your bladder. Tell your doctor right away if you have trouble emptying your bladder or you have a weak urine stream. MYRBETRIQ may cause an allergic reaction with swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue with or without difficulty breathing. Stop using MYRBETRIQ and go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away.

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including medications for overactive bladder or other medicines especially thioridazine (Mellaril™ and Mellaril-S™), flecainide (Tambocor®), propafenone (Rythmol®), digoxin (Lanoxin®) or solifenacin succinate (VESIcare®). MYRBETRIQ may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how MYRBETRIQ works.

Before taking MYRBETRIQ, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you have liver or kidney problems.

The most common side effects of MYRBETRIQ include high blood pressure, pain or swelling of the nose or throat (nasopharyngitis), urinary tract infection, and headache.

For further information, please talk to your healthcare professional and see accompanying Patient Product Information and complete Prescribing Information for MYRBETRIQ® (mirabegron extended‑release tablets).

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.