Drug details

Bethanechol Chloride (bethanechol)

type of

Bethanechol chloride (Brand Name: Urecholine) is a cholinergic agent and stimulates the bladder to empty used to treat urinary retention (difficulty urinating), which may occur after surgery, after delivering a baby, and in other situations. Bethanechol chloride is available in generic form.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• nausea,
• headache,
• sweating,
• lightheadedness,
• dizziness,
• vomiting,
• diarrhea,
• drowsiness,
• abdominal cramps/pain,
• increased saliva or urination,
• flushing or warmth about the face,
• watery eyes,
• headache, or
• slow heartbeats followed by fast heartbeats.

The following drugs are related to Bethanechol Chloride, either as a replacement or used together:

• Urecholine (bethanechol chloride tablets)

The following supplements are related to Bethanechol Chloride, and may be used together with the drug:

• Coenzyme Q-10 (s.)