Clinical Blogs — hyperhidrosis

Are you suffering form hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)? This condition affects about 2-3% of the population. It most commonly affects forehead, face, underarm, hands and feet. It can be quite embarrassing and can limit social activities. Aluminum-based products (in solution form or gel form) help to reduce sweating by blocking the sweat glands. Topical glycopyrrolate is an effective and safe option. Glycopyrrolate applied topically can penetrate the skin to block the nerve signals that stimulate the sweat glands, and therefore resulting in a reduction of sweat secretion. It is to be applied to affected area at bedtime. Clinical studies have shown...

How does Glycopyrrolate work? Unlike aluminum salt which blocks the sweat glands, glycopyrrolate applied topically can penetrate the skin to block the nerve signals that stimulate the sweat glands, resulting in a reduction of sweat secretion. How to use Glycopyrrolate? Apply to affected area once daily at bedtime. Avoid nose, mouth and eye areas. Do not wash the treated skin for 4 hours after the application. It can be used safely with aluminum salt containing products such as Drysol in more severe case of sweating. In such case, use Drysol at bedtime and topical glycopyrrolate in the morning. According to...

Excessive sweating (Hyperhidrosis) is currently affecting about 3% of our population. The primary cause of causing sweat gland overactive however is unknown. The condition greatly affects social embarrassment, confident level, emotional well being and even clothing selection. Drysol (aluminum chloride hexahydrate) and Glycopyrrolate are two clinically proven effective topical treatment options. Areas of treatment include underarm, hands, feet, scalp and face. Drysol comes in 3 different strengths (mild, regular and extra strength). Selection of strength would be tailor to the area and the severity of the condition. For example, for underarm, feet or palm area, regular or extra strength should...