How much water should I drink if I use catheters?

If you use catheters, you may wonder if the amount of water or fluids you drink should change. The short answer is that most experts agree that around 6 to 8 glasses of water a day is enough to stay hydrated.

If you have any additional questions specific to your needs, be sure to reach out to your urologist or another prescribing healthcare professional.

More helpful tips for how much water to drink when you use catheters:

• Not drinking enough water to avoid cathing may not be good for your health. Talk to your healthcare provider.
• If you drink a lot of fluids in one sitting, you might need to cath soon after.
• Dark urine usually means you need more water, but totally clear urine could mean you're drinking too much.
• Don’t skip catheterizations. Follow your prescription for how often to cath.
• Talk to your healthcare provider about how much water is right for you and if you should avoid bladder irritants such as caffeine.