Is propantheline bromide effective as a treatment for hyperhidrosis? I have palmer, planter and axillary hyperhidrosis and have heard varying reports as to the effectiveness of medication like this.
Answer: Yes it is, but medical supervision is needed due to side effects.... read more Yes, we use propantheline bromide quite a bit in our sweat clinic (see sweatfree.com.au for dosing). It works well for a short acting drug, especially for hands and feet (feet especially). You should consider BOTOX or even miraDry for your underarms, as they are more reproducible in the outcomes. Is summary-1. P. bromide is great, works in some, not in others2. Use under a Specialist3. Take 15 mg at night, increase to 3 times a day4. Side effects are common- dry mouth, constipation, rare side effects include glaucoma5. Use for short periods, say 2-4 weeks, then give a break. 6. Cheap drug for HH, especially useful for feet. 7. Consider BOTOX for under arms, especially if you live in Australia as this is subsidised if performed by a Specialist Dermatologist RegardsDr Davin Lim Laser, skin and aesthetic dermatologistBRISBANE, Australia
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Answer: Yes it is, but medical supervision is needed due to side effects.... read more Yes, we use propantheline bromide quite a bit in our sweat clinic (see sweatfree.com.au for dosing). It works well for a short acting drug, especially for hands and feet (feet especially). You should consider BOTOX or even miraDry for your underarms, as they are more reproducible in the outcomes. Is summary-1. P. bromide is great, works in some, not in others2. Use under a Specialist3. Take 15 mg at night, increase to 3 times a day4. Side effects are common- dry mouth, constipation, rare side effects include glaucoma5. Use for short periods, say 2-4 weeks, then give a break. 6. Cheap drug for HH, especially useful for feet. 7. Consider BOTOX for under arms, especially if you live in Australia as this is subsidised if performed by a Specialist Dermatologist RegardsDr Davin Lim Laser, skin and aesthetic dermatologistBRISBANE, Australia
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