Incontinence Aids Buying Guide

Adult incontinence is a common problem, and Sam's Club has many discreet personal care products available in our pharmacy to help you feel comfortable and confident at home and on the go. In this buying guide, let's go over the types of incontinence aids and the products available in each type.

What are Incontinence Aids?

There are several incontinence products on the market that can assist you in staying dry and comfortable. Common incontinence aids include protective underwear, incontinence pads, padded adult briefs or pull-ons and protective covers for mattresses and chairs.

Why do you need to use incontinence aids?

It is necessary to use incontinence products to help manage urinary incontinence and/or fecal incontinence. The use of incontinence products helps control any leakage and maintain the person's dignity.

Who needs incontinence aids?

Anyone who suffers from mild to severe accidental or involuntary loss of urine from the bladder (urinary incontinence) or bowel motion (fecal incontinence) may find personal relief using an incontinence aid.

Which incontinence aids are disposable?

Pads and adult briefs are the most common disposable incontinence aids available. Adult diapers or pull-ups and undergarments are available in disposable and reusable options.

Buy incontinence aids at Sam's Club.

Sam's Club carries a variety of incontinence aids including underpads and protectors, protective underwear, disposable pads, cleaning cloths and wipes at member's only prices.

What Different Types of Incontinence Aids Are There?

There are many incontinence products on the market that can assist you to stay dry and comfortable. Selecting the right product to meet your needs is very important.

• Pads: These are an inexpensive option. Pads come in different sizes and absorbance levels.
• Belted shields: These are for moderate to heavy bladder control protection. Belted shields feature adjustable belts for a better fit with maximum to moderate absorbency levels that quickly lock away wetness and help control odor.
• Underwear: There are several types of disposable undergarments with built-in protection. Styles range and one such might be pull-ons with elasticized legs and waists resembling a traditional cloth undergarment that slips on with adhesive tabs for a customized fit.
• Adjustable briefs: Similar to underwear are adjustable briefs. With a variety of incontinence underwear styles for men or women, these provide maximum absorbency. Typically, they feature tab-style closures that adjust for a snug, custom fit with worry-free odor control.
• Overnight pads: For maximum absorbency, overnight pads are unisex, large shaped pads for heavier all-night protection. They can also be used in regular underwear for urinary or bowel incontinence.
• Underpads: These products offer overnight protection no matter where you fall asleep. Underpads are available in disposable and reusable options and come in a range of sizes.
• Wipes and washcloths: For an effective personal cleansing solution with a strong, durable material that is extra soft for your comfort, specialty formulated wipes for incontinence are ideal for keeping odor under control without irritating your skin.

What Sizes of Incontinence Aids Can I Choose?

People come in all shapes and sizes. Fortunately, incontinence aids are available in many shapes, sizes and styles to suit individual needs.

Designed for men

Incontinence products for men are anatomically designed for a close and comfortable fit with highly absorbent material. They have anti-odor agents that are concentrated where they're needed most.

Designed for women

Incontinence products for women are anatomically designed to address urine leaks and are far superior in doing so versus menstrual pads. Women experience incontinence more commonly than men, often due to menopause, pregnancy and childbirth.

Saturation level

Depending on the severity, incontinence aids fall into these levels of absorbency: light, moderate, heavy and maximum.

Designed for overnight

Overnight incontinence aids have a targeted absorption area that draws away heavy bladder leaks and with side barriers to protect from leakage while creating a secure and comfortable fit. Overnight protection products can be used for those with heavy incontinence during the day.

Designed for light use

Light-use products feature a low absorbent core and are meant for individuals who need light incontinence protection. Incontinence aids designed for light protection are typically disposable pads.

What to Consider when Buying Incontinence Aids

Incontinence aids can be tailored to your individual needs. Here are a few things to consider when shopping:

Gender

Although most of incontinence products tend to be unisex, there are anatomically designed products specifically for men.

Saturation level

Depending on the severity of incontinence, the absorbance level is indicated on the package to suit individual needs.

Time of day/purpose

Overnight incontinence products are made for extra absorbency, so they tend to be thicker than daytime incontinence briefs. Disposable pads are better suited to wear discreetly under clothing for day time protection.

Price

Incontinence aids come in a variety of price ranges. Disposable products are more economical, but you do need to replenish your supply more often. Reusable products cost more money upfront but can be washed and used again.

Product package size (bulk)

Buying in bulk will save you money per piece and eliminate frequent trips to the store. Sam's Club carries a variety of bulk value priced incontinence aids.

What Brands of Incontinence Aids Does Sam's Club Sell?

Sam's Club carries the top brands of incontinence aids at members-only prices.

Member's Mark

Sam's Club's private label, Total Protection, features superior odor- and wetness-controlling technology and secure, wearable design.

Poise

Poise pads feature 3-in-1 protection for dryness, comfort and odor control. The pads are designed with a soft curve in the middle to give you the confidence and protection you need for heavy bladder leakage protection.

Tena

TENA's overnight incontinence underwear features a sleep-easy design for superior absorbency and odor control to manage urine leaks and surges.

Depend

Depend disposable underwear features ultra comfort due to its improved waistband for added security and an underwear-like fit.

Dynarex

Dynarex wipes provide effective personal cleansing made with a non-irritating formula for incontinence and other personal care needs. It's alcohol-free and hypoallergenic and made with lanolin and aloe vera that won't irritate the skin.

Always

An industry leader in menstrual products, Always incontinence underwear features a smooth and secure fit that looks like real underwear with amazing protection.

FAQ - Incontinence Aids

Are incontinence aids covered by Medicare?

Medicare Parts A and B do not cover incontinence supplies; some incontinence supplies may be covered by a Medicare supplemental plan.

Where to buy diapers for adults?

Adult diapers can be purchased at pharmacies, supermarkets or wholesalers and at Sam's Club.

How much urine will a Depend hold?

The absorbency level will determine the amount of urine it can hold. Bladder control pads and disposable briefs come in a range of absorbencies that can hold anywhere from 1/4 to less than two cups of urine.

How often should you change incontinence pads?

They should be changed frequently to avoid skin irritation and breakdown. The absorbency level of the pad will determine how often you need to change the pad.

What is the difference between menstrual pads and incontinence pads?

Menstrual pads are designed to absorb menses flow. It is thicker than urine and secreted and absorbed at a slower rate. Incontinence pads are specifically designed to pull urine away from the skin as it absorbs the liquid.

What are the best incontinence pads?

The incontinence pads come in a variety of sizes, shapes and absorbency levels to meet your individual needs.

How do you dispose of incontinence pads?

Place them in a small bag then dispose of them with the normal trash. Never attempt to flush any incontinence products down the toilet.

Can adults get diaper rash?

Anyone can develop diaper rash at any age. Adults who frequently wear pads, incontinence diapers or specially designed briefs with absorbent padding may develop diaper rash.