Hyperhidrosis
Treatment with antiperspirants
Aluminium chloride
Aluminium chloride 20% solution
Apply once daily, apply liquid formulation at night to dry skin, wash off the following morning, reduce frequency as condition improves – do not bathe immediately before use.
Glycopyrronium bromide
Glycopyrronium bromide 0.05% cream
As per specialist advice.
Glycopyrronium bromide 1% cream
As per specialist advice.
Glycopyrronium bromide 2% cream
As per specialist advice.
Botulinum A toxin
Botox 50unit powder for solution for injection vials
As per specialist advice
Botox 100unit powder for solution for injection vials
As per specialist advice
Botox 200unit powder for solution for injection vials
As per specialist advice
Prescribing Notes:
- Glycopyrronium bromide may be prescribed on the recommendation of a specialist as a 0.05%, 1% or 2% cream.
- Botulinum toxin may be prescribed and administered by specialists for axillary hyperhidrosis.
History Notes
15/12/2021
East Region Formulary content agreed.
Treatment with antiperspirants
Aluminium chloride
Aluminium chloride 20% solution
For dose, refer to BNF for Children.
History Notes
31/05/2024
East Region Formulary content agreed.