Why Atropine Is Contraindicated in Bph?
In General, the Use of Anticholinergic Agents Is Contraindicated in Patients with Urinary Retention and Bladder Neck Obstruction Caused by Prostatic...
In general, the use of anticholinergic agents is contraindicated in patients with urinary retention and bladder neck obstruction caused by prostatic hypertrophy. Dysuria may occur and may require catheterization. Also, anticholinergic drugs may aggravate partial obstructive uropathy.
Why are anticholinergics contraindicated in BPH?
Anticholinergic agents are effective in relieving overactive bladder symptoms in patients without bladder outlet obstruction. However, anticholinergic therapy has historically been contraindicated in patients with LUTS associated with BPH because of concerns for developing acute urinary retention.
Why is atropine sulphate contraindicated in glaucoma?
One of the controversial side effects of atropine is its anti-cholinergic effect that leads to drug-induced acute angle closure glaucoma [10].
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