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Glycolate 0.2mg Injection

by Harson Laboratories
Glycopyrrolate (0.2mg)

₹45₹41

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Glycolate 0.2mg Injection

Introduction to Glycolate 0.2mg Injection

Glycolate 0.2mg Injection is given by your doctor or nurse. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.

Most common side effects of this medicine is dry mouth, blurred vision, dilation of the pupil, irregular heart rate, palpitations, reduced sweating, and inability to control urination. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, heart failure, and high blood pressure.

Safety Advice for Glycolate 0.2mg Injection

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Glycolate 0.2mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

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Glycolate 0.2mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby however, there are limited human studies.

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Glycolate 0.2mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.<BR>Long-term use of Glycolate 0.2mg Injection might reduce milk production.

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Glycolate 0.2mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>Glycolate 0.2mg Injection may affect vision and coordination. This may affect your driving ability.

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Glycolate 0.2mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Glycolate 0.2mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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There is limited information available on the use of Glycolate 0.2mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

How Glycolate 0.2mg Injection works

Glycolate 0.2mg Injection is an anticholinergic medication. It works by blocking the activity of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) in the brain. This helps dry up secretions (saliva, stomach acid etc.) from glands before surgery, increases a low heart rate and reverses the unwanted effects of certain medicines used during surgery (muscle relaxants and anaesthetics). By lowering stomach acid content, it also helps treat peptic ulcers.

How To Use Glycolate 0.2mg Injection

  • Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Side Effects Of Glycolate 0.2mg Injection

  • Blurred vision
  • Dilatation of pupil
  • Palpitations

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FAQ's on Glycolate 0.2mg Injection

Can Glycolate cause constipation?

Yes, Glycolate can cause constipation because of its action on the intestine. It decreases the intestinal secretions and also decreases the gut motility which can result in constipation.

Is Glycolate a narcotic?

No, Glycolate is not a narcotic. It is given before surgery to reduce secretions in the mouth, throat, airways, and stomach. Doing this will reduce the formation of saliva and other secretions and ease the operation. Glycolate is also given before or during the surgery, to prevent slowness of the heart beat during surgery.

Does Glycolate cause tachycardia?

Yes, Glycolate has its action on the heart which increases the heart rate (tachycardia). This property of the medication is utilized during surgery to prevent the fall of heart rate due to various other supplemental anesthetic medications.

I am on antidepressants currently. Can I take Glycolate?

No, some classes of antidepressant medicines can worsen the side effects of Glycolate and cause uneasiness for the patient. These antidepressant medicines may include tricyclic antidepressants (amitriptyline or imipramine), phenelzine, tranylcypromine, clozapine, etc. Therefore, do inform your doctor about your previous illness and the medicines you are taking before you take this medication. Your doctor may make the necessary adjustments.

Does Glycolate increase blood pressure?

Yes, Glycolate can sometimes lead to an increase in blood pressure. There are evidences where it has led to increased blood pressure. Therefore, when injected into a patient during a surgery, the heart rate and blood pressure are continuously monitored.

Prescription Required

Glycolate 0.2mg Injection

by Harson Laboratories
Glycopyrrolate (0.2mg)

₹45₹41

9% off
Glycolate 0.2mg Injection

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