List of Treatments for Hyperhidrosis

Below is a listing of treatments and therapies for hyperhidrosis. Click on one to read more information or connect with others currently using it.

Benzodiazepines

Overview
Benzodiazepines are prescription medications used to treat anxiety and other issues. Benzodiazepines work by suppressing the activity of nerves in the brain. Benzodiazepines may be prescribed in cases of… read more

Beta blockers

Overview
Beta blockers are prescription medications used to treat high blood pressure, migraines, and other issues. Beta blockers work by suppressing the effects of the hormone epinephrine, also called adrenaline. Beta… read more

Botox (OnabotulinumtoxinA)

Overview
Botox is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis (severe underarm sweating) in adults. Botox may be prescribed in cases where topical… read more

Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS)

Overview
Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS) is a surgery used to treat severe hyperhidrosis when no other treatments are effective. ETS is most commonly considered in cases of severe palmar (hand) sweating, but may… read more

Glycopyrrolate

Overview
Glycopyrrolate is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat conditions including peptic ulcers and excessive drooling. Glycopyrrolate may be prescribed off-label to treat… read more

Iontophoresis

Overview
Iontophoresis is a procedure used to treat some types of hyperhidrosis, especially palmoplantar (hands and feet) hyperhidrosis. Iontophoresis involves the use of a medical device to conduct a mild electrical… read more

Over-the-counter (OTC) antiperspirants

Overview
Antiperspirants are the first line of treatment for hyperhidrosis. Some antiperspirants are available with higher-than-normal concentrations of active ingredients without a prescription. Most familiar brands of… read more

Oxybutynin

Overview
Oxybutynin is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat overactive bladder. Oxybutynin may be prescribed off-label to treat certain types of excessive sweating including… read more

Prescription antiperspirants

Overview
Antiperspirants are the first line of treatment for hyperhidrosis. Antiperspirants with the maximum concentrations of active ingredients are available only with a prescription. Prescription antiperspirant… read more

Propantheline

Overview
Propantheline is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat stomach ulcers. Propantheline may be prescribed off-label to treat certain types of excessive sweating including… read more

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