Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

Descriptions


Glycopyrrolate injection is used before and during surgery to lessen mouth, throat, or stomach secretion (eg, saliva, stomach acid), or to prevent heart rhythm problems (during anesthesia, intubation, or surgery), or unwanted effects caused by certain medicines (eg, neostigmine, pyridostigmine). It is also used to treat peptic ulcer when you cannot take medicine by mouth or when treatment needs to be fast.

This medicine must be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Solution