What remedy have you found most successful for hyperhidrosis?
Topical Applications - Driclor, Odaban etc
40%
[ 52 ]
Oral Medications - Ditropan, Probanthine..
10%
[ 14 ]
Iontophoresis
21%
[ 28 ]
Botox
5%
[ 7 ]
Diet
6%
[ 8 ]
Herbal
1%
[ 2 ]
ETS surgery
9%
[ 12 ]
Other surgery, e.g. liposuction, removal of sweat glands
4%
[ 6 ]
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Pinker Expert User
Joined: May 03, 2005 Posts: 864 Location: England
Posted: Thu Nov 23, 2006 10:11 am Post subject: Re: Also, for excessive sweating, I use MegaDry, it works fo
metalogue wrote:
New Antiperspirant for Hyperhidrosis
I've been using this antiperspirant for my heavy sweating, try it out... It works for normal to excessive sweating, and I've included two other links that have tons of info about hyperhidrosis (definitions, treatments, etc.).
He says it contains aluminum chlorohydrate (not aluminum chloride found in Drysol, Odoban etc) and it doesn't have the usual side effect of irritation.
Posted: Thu Nov 30, 2006 8:54 am Post subject: Irritation from MegaDry antiperspirant?
Hey Pinker,
Actually, there's no itching yet... That was really one of the selling points from me... All the testimonials from people who had heavy sweating claim that it's completely worry free. So I tried it and it neither smells like anything or does feel like much.
You apply it at night and it just works. It kinda changed my life, so I tell everyone on all the forums that I belong on, to check it out.
Copay for Doctor's Visit $20
Cost of Prescription $5
Dry, Confident Handshake PRICELESS
I suffered from Hyperhidrosis for many years. My hands, feet, and armpits would literally drip sweat constantly. I know that many of you can relate!! I tried nearly everything, and I was considering the nerve surgery (I figured being sweat-free was worth risking paralyzation - shame on me!).
I was doing some research online and came across a post from a guy that tried Ditropan. I figured it was worth a try! That was over TWO YEARS AGO!! I have been 95% sweat free since I started this medication! I cannot tell you how it has changed my life for the good!
No more wiping my hands on my jeans until my jeans were soaked; no more huge, wet armpit stains; no more avoiding all social situations because of the fear of soaking wet handshakes; no more damp socks and shoes; no more ruined papers.....shall I go on?!
I asked my Family Physician about getting this medication. He's the one that put me on it. I get "Oxybutynin" which is generic for Ditropan. (I found out that the generic actually works better. If you cannot get the generic, choose Ditropan over Ditropan XL. The regular Ditropan works better.) I take 5 mg of Oxybutynin each night.
The only noticeable side effect (besides the decreased sweating!) is fatigue. Which is why I take my pill right before I go to bed. It took about 2 - 3 weeks before I noticed a major difference so stick with it! After your sweating decreases, your anxiety lessens, which causes you to sweat less, which causes you to think about it less.....it's a wonderful positive cycle!!!
Please feel free to email me with any questions! I'd like to help as many people as possible as this medication has definitely helped ME!
Posted: Thu Feb 08, 2007 4:07 am Post subject: Glycopyrrolate solution
Hi,
Great information on hyperhidrosis here. I have been using Idromed for over a month now, but no obvious effect! So, I thought adding glycopyrrolate solution might help... anyone know where can I order this online?
I know maybe Nova Laboratories has it, but calling there number (are they in the UK) is not very convenient. I perfer if there's a website where I can order it.
Also, anyone know where I can get the topical glycopyrrolate in lotion or cream form??
Hi my name (if isn't obvious enough) is Darren. I'm from Ireland & have had HH since about 15. I had the ETS when i was about 18-19 & experienced severe CS. Unfortunately in my quest to solve the CS i came across a doctor called Dr. Timo Telaranta from the Privatix Clinic (look it up) Anyhow he told me the ETS-Reversal would significantly reduce my CS with no return of the sweating to the hands. That was when i was about 21-22. It was bullshit. I travelled to Finland, had the operation at a cost to my parents of $20,000.00 and i have had no relief with the CS. It was a con.
Anyhow i'm 29 now & take Robinul 1mg tablets. They worked quite well for the first few years along with maxim. Hot days was hard. Unfortunately i've built up somewhat of a tolerance to the Robinul over the years.
I've tried ditropan (good few years ago) but as they cross the brain/blood barrier i found them very uncomfortable & nthey just made me feel weird. I never took them at night though. Do they have an accumulative effect? I'm intersted in trying them at night. could you tell me about dosages anyone. I'm also about to order secure wipes 3% to try on my back & chest & underarms. If anyone has any advice i'a appreciate it. Well done on the info for the site, really helpful.
Thanks,
Darren
Hi my name (if isn't obvious enough) is Darren. I'm from Ireland & have had HH since about 15. I had the ETS when i was about 18-19 & experienced severe CS. Unfortunately in my quest to solve the CS i came across a doctor called Dr. Timo Telaranta from the Privatix Clinic (look it up) Anyhow he told me the ETS-Reversal would significantly reduce my CS with no return of the sweating to the hands. That was when i was about 21-22. It was bullshit. I travelled to Finland, had the operation at a cost to my parents of $20,000.00 and i have had no relief with the CS. It was a con.
Anyhow i'm 29 now & take Robinul 1mg tablets. They worked quite well for the first few years along with maxim. Hot days was hard. Unfortunately i've built up somewhat of a tolerance to the Robinul over the years.
I've tried ditropan (good few years ago) but as they cross the brain/blood barrier i found them very uncomfortable & nthey just made me feel weird. I never took them at night though. Do they have an accumulative effect? I'm intersted in trying them at night. could you tell me about dosages anyone. I'm also about to order secure wipes 3% to try on my back & chest & underarms. If anyone has any advice i'a appreciate it. Well done on the info for the site, really helpful.
Thanks,
Darren
Hi Darren thanks for posting.
I'm sorry to hear the reversal didn't work for you, but I am shocked at the cost of the procedure! Have you thought about taking the place to court to get some kind of return back on the costs?
I'd like to direct you to the ETS & reversals forum, there's many people in the same situation as yourself so they will know a lot more about what you've been through and give very good advice. Here's the link - http://pub157.ezboard.com/betsandreversals
I'm not aware if Ditropan has a cumulative effect. I think it is stored for a very small time period if large doses are taken, and slowly released over a few days at most. I would personally avoid tablets because of the side effect but you are in a difficult position.
Hi Pinker,
thanks alot for the reply, i appreciate it, you've put so much into this tread its unreal! I sent my receipt from the Privatix Clinic to the tax office over here and don't think i got it back. Do you think there's an avenue i try? Maybe thats a question for that website you attached. Thanks again. I'll be starting a new tread about the secure wipes & ditropan in the next day or so. Now i'm off to watch the mighty Reading beat Man Utd!
Darren
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