M. Dahl
Jan 14, 2016
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NEJM Journal Watch
Abstract
Oxybutynin is an anticholinergic medication indicated for treatment of overactive bladder. As might be predicted, it also has beneficial effects on overactive sweating. A prospective, randomized 6-week trial compared low doses of oxybutynin to placebo for treatment of hyperhidrosis. The investigators enrolled 62 consecutive patients with localized or generalized hyperhidrosis. All patients had grade 2 or greater palmar, plantar, axillary, facial, or truncal primary hyperhidrosis …