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Kelechi E Agbi1, Maria Carvalho2, Fabiana Vieira-Banov2
1Agbi's Compounding Pharmacy, Pikesville, Maryland. agbiscompoundingpharmacy@yahoo.com.
Glycopyrrolate lollipops effectively reduced severe drooling in dementia and cancer patients. This safe and well-tolerated treatment highlights personalized care for managing excessive salivation.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology
- Neurology
- Geriatrics
Background:
- Persistent drooling (hypersalivation) significantly impacts quality of life, often associated with neurodisability.
- Managing excessive salivation is crucial for patient comfort and well-being.
Observation:
- Two patients, one elderly with dementia and one adult with cancer, experienced persistent drooling.
- Both patients were prescribed custom 0.5-mg glycopyrrolate sorbitol lollipops by a compounding pharmacist.
Findings:
- A substantial decrease in both the severity and frequency of drooling was observed in both patients.
- No adverse effects were reported, indicating a favorable safety profile for glycopyrrolate lollipops.
Implications:
- Glycopyrrolate lollipops demonstrate safety and efficacy in managing hypersalivation.
- This case series underscores the value of collaborative pharmacy practice in tailoring treatments for individual patient needs.
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