Topical glycopyrrolate product
AssigneePurepharm Inc.
InventorWillem Wassenaar
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Abstract
This invention relates to a convenient and safe product and method of applying glycopyrrolate topically in order to reduce excessive sweating in localized areas for those who suffer from this condition. This invention also relates to combining oral and topical delivery of glycopyrrolate to reduce excessive sweating and minimize side effects. This invention also relates to a convenient and safe product and method of applying glycopyrrolate topically to areas of compensatory sweating after endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy.
Claims15
A pad containing an amount of glycopyrrolate in solution, for topical application of a therapeutically effective amount of glycopyrrolate, which is useful in reducing sweating in humans.
A rayon and polypropylene pad containing about 1 ml of an about 2% glycopyrrolate/32% ethanol solution for topical application, which is useful in reducing sweating in humans.
A use of a pad containing an amount of glycopyrrolate in solution, for topical application of a therapeutically effective amount of glycopyrrolate to any part of the human body on which the reduction of sweating is desired, with the exception of mucous membranes.
A method of preparing a container of pads containing a 2% glycopyrrolate solution comprising:
- a. Mixing 66.7 mL distilled water and 33.3 mL 95% ethanol together to form an ethanol solution;
- b. Adding 2 grams of glycopyrrolate powder to said ethanol solution and stirring until completely dissolved;
- c. Adjusting the pH level of said glycopyrrolate solution to 4.0 with hydrochloric acid;
- d. Pouring 30 to 36 mL of said glycopyrrolate solution onto the top pad of a container of 30 rayon/polypropylene pads;
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- e. Covering the container with a resealable lid.
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