About glycopyrr onium bromide
Anticholinergic, antimuscarinic medicine
Used for
- Reduces saliva and airway secretions before surgery
- Treats slow heart rate during anaesthesia
- Reverses certain muscle-relaxing medicines with neostigmine
Usual adult dose
For secretion reduction: 0.2–0.4 mg by injection before surgery. Other uses require indication-specific dosing.
Usual dose in children
Dose is weight-based and depends on the reason for use; administered by healthcare professionals.
Common side effects
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
- Fast heartbeat
- Difficulty urinating
Important warnings
- May worsen glaucoma or urinary retention
- Use cautiously with heart problems or bowel obstruction
- Can cause overheating by reducing sweating
- Injection dosing requires medical supervision
Pregnancy
Use only when clinically needed; pregnancy safety information is limited.
Breastfeeding
Information is limited; medicines that reduce secretions may affect milk production.
Interactions
- Other anticholinergic medicines can increase side effects
- May oppose medicines that increase gut movement
- Can affect absorption of some medicines by slowing stomach emptying
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.