Everyone is aware that Botox, botulinum toxin, is being used and is FDA approved to remove wrinkles from the face. The toxin, produced by a bacillus, paralyzes the nerve endings to the muscles therefore relaxing the muscles of the face and removing the wrinkles.

This same effect, relaxing the muscles in the bladder, can also be done by injecting Botox directly into the muscle of the bladder. Clinical trials have been done on the use of Botox in the bladder and the prostate. Many urologists who deal in the field of urgency-frequency and urgency control problems have already been using it as a standard of care. The studies are being done to get these drugs approved for various indications including prostate enlargement and overactive bladder.