Glycopyrronium bromide - Hyperhidrosis
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Status 1
- Oral solution
1mg/5ml oral solution sugar free.
Off-label use and much more expensive than other treatment options in primary care.
DO NOT prescribe 400mcg/ml due to high cost
Initiation, a minimum of 1 month supply, and a review by the specialist team before transfer to primary care can be requested.
Status 2
- Tablets
Oral solution 1mg/5ml is the more cost-effective oral glycopyrronium. Tablets should be reserved for patients requiring high doses.
Initiation, a minimum of 1 month supply, and a review by the specialist team before transfer to primary care can be requested.
Status 3
- Cream
For severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis in line with NICE TA1175
Primary Care may be asked to prescribe on recommendation from the specialist team.
Documentation
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PAD Profile
Glycopyrronium is a treatment choice after oxybutynin and propantheline if they have not been tolerated or have not been effective.
Committee Recommendations (2)
The Surrey & Sussex APC approved the use of Glycopyrronium bromide cream for severe primary axillary hyperthidrosis in line with NICE TA1175
The Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care System Area Prescribing Committee has agreed BLUE traffic light status for glycopyrronium tablets (1mg & 2mg) and oral solution 1mg/5ml.
Initiation and stabilisation should be carried out by the specilaist team before an transfer of prescribing to primary care. Specialist team to supply at least 1 month of teatment and review to ensure efficacy prior to transfer.
Other Indications
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Other Drugs
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