There are many ways to manage bladder weakness. Firstly, it is recommended that people keep a bladder diary for a minimum of three days.

A bladder diary should be kept for a minimum of three days

Pelvic floor exercises, also known as Kegel exercises, are recommended as they help to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles of both men and women.

There are also specially designed protection pads and pants available to suit both men and women with different types of bladder weakness. Examples: Always Discreet, Depend, TENA.

Medication, in combination with lifestyle changes, may be recommended to treat moderate to severe symptoms of BPH. Tamsulosin (example: Flomax) is available as a P medicine to treat the urinary symptoms of BPH.

Refer customers who request this for the first time to the pharmacist.