flomax acts by relaxing the smooth muscle of the urinary sphincter but im thinking it may be relaxing my anal sphincter too. just started it yesterday and seemed to be running to the can a bit quicker today. any thoughts?
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You don't give enough time between your changing regimes to figure much out. Stick to something for more than a day, and see how you manage over a period of time. Honestly, 24 hours is not enough time to make any assumptions on someone still in recovery.
Sue
Sue
i have to stick to this. i just got it yesterday for painful urination since my j-pouch creation but noticed today for the first time in my life i didnt think id make it to the can. just wondering if you guys think my theory made sense.
i will say the urinary pain has reduced greatly. wonder why no one prescribed it sooner. i started complaining in the hospital after surgery 2 of 3.
i will say the urinary pain has reduced greatly. wonder why no one prescribed it sooner. i started complaining in the hospital after surgery 2 of 3.
Flomax specifically acts upon the bladder neck muscles, basically it is selective. But, it can have an effect on other smooth muscle. Without the benefit of a colon and rectum, you may sense it more. Give it a few days for your body to acclimate,and if it isstill a problem you can resume Imodium (which increases rectal tone).
I presume you tolerate sulfa, since Flomax as a sulfa component?
Jan
I presume you tolerate sulfa, since Flomax as a sulfa component?
Jan
good question. i dont know about sulfa toleration. ill have to look into that.
I would think you'd know if you were allergic to sulfa. Azulfidine has sulfa and that is the reason many people cannot take it.
Jan
Jan