About glycopyrrolate
Anticholinergic (antimuscarinic) medicine
Used for
- Reduces saliva and other secretions before or during surgery
- Treats certain slow heart rhythms
- Reverses some effects of muscle-relaxing medicines after surgery
Usual adult dose
Dose depends on the use and is given by a healthcare professional. Common perioperative doses are 0.1–0.2 mg intravenously or intramuscularly; rhythm-treatment doses vary.
Usual dose in children
Specialist-calculated doses vary by age, weight, and use; given by a healthcare professional.
Common side effects
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
- Fast heartbeat
- Constipation or difficulty urinating
Important warnings
- May worsen glaucoma, urinary retention, or bowel obstruction
- Can reduce sweating and increase risk of overheating
- Use caution with heart disease and in older adults
- Injection is administered by a healthcare professional
Pregnancy
Use only when clinically needed; human pregnancy information is limited.
Breastfeeding
Information is limited; glycopyrrolate may reduce milk production, particularly with repeated use.
Interactions
- Other anticholinergic medicines can increase side effects
- May reduce the effect of medicines that increase gut movement
- Can affect absorption of medicines taken by mouth
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.