Glycopyrronium For Excessive Sweating

Glycopyrronium tablets should be taken exactly as directed by your prescriber. For excessive sweating, the dose may be adjusted according to your response and any side effects. Swallow the tablets with water and follow the instructions provided with your prescription.

Glycopyrronium can cause dry mouth, constipation and blurred vision, so do not increase your dose without medical advice. If you miss a dose, follow your medication instructions rather than taking an extra dose to compensate.

Glycopyrronium can help reduce excessive sweating by blocking the chemical signals that stimulate sweat glands. In studies reviewed by NICE, around 67–90% of people reported some improvement when taking oral glycopyrronium for hyperhidrosis.

The duration of how long glycopyrronium stays in your system depends on factors such as the formulation, dose and individual metabolism. Its effects on sweating may wear off before every trace of the medicine has left your body. Do not change or stop your prescribed treatment without discussing it with your healthcare professional.

The most common side effect of glycopyrronium is dry mouth, as the medicine reduces secretions and sweating. Other possible side effects include constipation, dry eyes, blurred vision, difficulty passing urine, headaches and a faster heartbeat. Because glycopyrronium reduces sweating, it can also increase the risk of overheating in hot weather or during exercise.

If you experience troublesome symptoms, seek medical advice and get urgent help for severe symptoms such as an inability to urinate or signs of heatstroke.