What is Glycopyrrolate topical?
Glycopyrrolate Topical (Glycopyrronium Cloth) is applied to the underarms of adults and children aged at least nine years in order to treat excessive sweating.This medication guide does not list all possible uses for Glycopyrrolate Topical.
Side effects of Glycopyrrolate Topical
When experiencing symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek medical assistance immediately: hives, difficulty breathing and swelling in lips, face, tongue or throat.
The use of glycopyrrolate can cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- When exercising or exposed to high temperatures, there is little or no sweating.
- Fever, hot, or red skin
- You may have difficulty emptying your bladder or have a weak urine stream.
- Urination that is painful or difficult
- Increased urination
- Rapid or shallow breathing
- A weak pulse with a rapid pulse.
- A feeling of lightheadedness, as if you could pass out.
Side effects of glycopyrrolate topical include:
- Underarms that are burning, stinging, or red;
- Urination problems
- Blurred vision and dilated pupils (your eyes could be more sensitive to sunlight);
- Headache;
- Dry nose, sore throat
- Dry eyes
- Constipation.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. Reaching out to the FDA with any adverse side-effect reports can be done at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Similar/related drugs
Botox, Drysol, onabotulinumtoxinA, Qbrexza, and glycopyrronium topical
Warnings
Please read all instructions provided with your medication carefully and completely before beginning to take it.Inform your healthcare provider about your medical conditions, your allergies, and the medicines you are using.
Before you take this drug
If you are:
- Ulcerative colitis or other serious bowel disorders;
- Glaucoma;
- Myasthenia gravis;
- Sjogren's syndrome.
Tell your doctor about any of the following:
- Other urination issues or bladder obstructions
- Kidney disease
- An enlarged prostrate.
Inform your physician immediately if you become pregnant or breastfeeding.
How to take glycopyrrolate topical?
Read all instructions or guides that come with your medication and follow all directions. Follow the directions on the label.Only apply to dry, clean underarm skin. Use only on clean, dry underarm skin.Covering treated skin with bandages or plastic is not recommended.Every 24 hours, use a glycopyrrolate-containing topical cloth to clean both underarms. Then, throw away the cloth.After handling a topical glycopyrrolate cloth, wash your hands. If you touch your eyes after touching your hands with any medicine, it could cause blurred sight.Store at room temperature away from both heat and moisture for best results.Each cloth should be kept in the sealed pouches until you are ready to use the medicine.Glycopyrrolate is flammable. Avoid using near-open flames or high heat.
Details on dosage
Usual Adult Dose for Hyperhidrosis:
The same cloth can be used to wipe both underarms once with one cloth.
Maximum frequency once every 24 hours.The usual paediatric dose for hyperhidrosis is:Age 9 and older
The same cloth can be used to wipe both underarms once with one cloth.
Maximum frequency once every 24 hours.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If it is nearly time for your next dosage, forgoing it could prove costly and risky. If this applies to you, skip any missed dose. Use only one cloth at a time.
What happens if I overdose?
Contact 1-800-222-1222 immediately in case of poisonous ingestion and seek immediate medical advice.Overdose symptoms include dryness of the mouth, constipation, problems with urination, feeling warm, tingly, or having a fast heartbeat.
What should be avoided?
Avoid overheating or dehydration during exercise or in hot weather. You may become more susceptible to heat stroke if you use topical glycopyrrolate.The glycopyrrolate topically applied may cause blurred or impaired vision and even affect your reaction. Do not drive or engage in hazardous activities until you have determined how the medicine will affect you.Do not get this medication in your eyes.
Interaction with other drug
Tell your doctor about your other medications, including:
- Medicine to treat depression or anxiety;
- Cold or allergy medication (Benadryl et al.)
- Medicine to treat Parkinson’s disease
- Medicine to treat stomach problems, motion sickness, or irritable bowel syndrome
- Medicine to treat overactive urinary bladder
- Bronchodilator asthma medication
This list is incomplete. Other drugs, such as vitamins and herbs, may also affect glycopyrrolate topically. This list does not include all possible interactions with other drugs.
