Bladder Problems

[John Sturgis]

I take all my medications at bedtime. I wake up through the night at least 10 times to urinate. Could this be related to medications(Dilantin,Ativan,Famotodine,Gabapentin at bedtime)??? or a UTI problem???

 

[Nakamova]

Hi John --

I don't think any of those medications are known to cause frequent urination -- but different people react differently to meds. Probably best to check in with your neuro and/or GP about possible causes. The docs will want to know know if this has been a sudden onset or more gradual, how long it's been going on, if it's getting worse, and if you have any other symptoms that might be related.

 

[CathyAnn31]

Hi John,
Have you been checked out for possible sleep apnea? SA can cause frequent bathroom trips during the night.

Sleep Apnea Can Have You Waking Up To Pee Every Night | Well+Good

Waking up to pee every night can seem like just a pesky symptom of having too many fluids before bed, here's what to know.

www.wellandgood.com

 

[Nakamova]

AND sleep apnea has been linked with seizures too.