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Urinary incontinence, or the involuntary passing of urine, is a fairly common problem in dogs
Urinary incontinence (UI), a common problem encountered in small animal practice, can result from congenital anatomic abnormalities, urine retention and overflow
Causes of urinary
This article reviews the mechanism of action of an old but commonly used drug, the tricyclic antidepressant agent imipramine, in nocturnal enuresis and stress and urge
Of the 10 patients 6 became continent
Imipramine, sold under the brand name Tofranil, among others, is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) mainly used in the treatment of depression
To relieve anal discomfort and eliminate any possible odor associated with fecal incontinence: Wash with water
The results of a clinical study of conservative treatment of women with stress incontinence are presented
The tricyclic antidepressant imipramine (Tofranil, Mallinckrodt) has been used to treat patients with UUI and may have a role in MUI because of its dual anticholinergic and alpha-adrenergic properties
In men who have urge incontinence or overflow incontinence, these medications relax bladder neck muscles and muscle fibers in the prostate and make it easier to empty the bladder
Symptoms
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat
There are two different forms of the medication: imipramine hydrochloride and imipramine pamoate
Imipramine may cause some teenagers and young adults to be agitated, irritable, or display other abnormal behaviors
Imipramine is used to treat depression
Most dogs will have a history of intermittent to persistent stranguria prior to the UI
Although it can happen at any age, it is more common in middle- to senior-aged dogs and females
Urine cultures should always be performed in dogs with suspected EUs because urinary tract infections appear to be quite common with this disorder
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Regardless of the amount of urine emitted, it's always a good idea to inform the vet about the urinary incontinence
Diethylstilbestrol may be used as a sole medication but is often used in combination with Proin® (phenylpropanolamine), which can also help improve urinary incontinence but through a