Generic Name: Oxybutynin for Hyperhidrosis (oxybutynin)
"Thank you so much to everyone who left a review for Oxybutynin for Hyperhidrosis. I have suffered from this awful condition for 20 years and never thought I would be free from it. The sweating has contributed, over the years, to me having panic attacks, developing OCD, and left me on 3 different medications including an antipsychotic, a class C drug, and an antidepressant. I have had numerous blood tests (checking Thyroid, etc.) and in the end, the doctor put the sweating down to panic attacks. I read the reviews on here and asked my GP to prescribe Oxybutynin to see if it would work. From the first dose, I noticed an improvement. I am on my 5th dose, and the difference is unbelievable. The sweating is all but gone. In normal conditions, I don't sweat. When I am exercising, I only sweat a little. I am so thankful for this medication and your reviews. Hyperhidrosis is a terrible condition that can ruin people's lives and needs to be taken more seriously by medics. Thank you all!"
"I am a 38-year-old female and had suffered from excessive facial and underarm sweating since I was a teenager. I had tried everything imaginable to reduce sweating. The littlest bit of exertion and I'd be dripping in sweat, no matter the temperature. I couldn't even do simple things like get dressed or ready in the morning or go to the grocery store without dripping in sweat. People would constantly ask me if I was okay, thinking I was sick. I'd then sweat more just from worrying or being embarrassed about the sweating. I asked my doctor to try this medication due to everyone's reviews on here. He started me with 2.5mg two times a day for two weeks. I didn't see any change and thought the same as I always do - nothing will help me. My doctor then raised the dose to 5mg two times a day, and I noticed a change that next day - I had gotten out of the shower, dressed, and blow-dried my hair without a drip of sweat! I finally have my life back! I only hope that this review will help someone get help sooner than I did!"
"I am a 53-year-old with profuse sweating of the head, neck, and chest area. I started the oxybutynin medication 3 days ago, 5 mg twice a day, and I have stopped sweating completely. What an amazing drug! The only side effect so far is dry mouth. 3 days and I am dry. I am so happy I could cry. I have my life back."
"Hey guys, I am 30 years old and I've had excessive sweating problems throughout all of high school and even before that. It led me to drinking because that's the only way I felt comfortable. Because of family genes and my lifestyle, I became an alcoholic. Now in recovery for two years and you know what? I've been taking for two years... OXYBUTYNIN. I researched online, came across it, and asked my doctor about it. I was hesitant, but after living my life not being comfortable with myself wasn't an option for me anymore. Anyway, I took it and am taking it, and it works like a miracle, I'm telling you. I don't do these reviews thingies, but if I knew about this back in high school, maybe my life would've been a bit different, I don't know. But I'm happy and not excessively sweating, so I don't need to be anxious about that anymore. So in life, I say I'm winning right now :) Try it, you won't regret it. I can almost promise you, but every individual is different, so do it. It changed my life for the better. Amen"
"I suffered from nervous sweats, and also found out that when I worked out, I would sweat way more than others. I know we have different sweat glands and levels of sweating, but I would always be drenched, and it seemed a little too excessive. The nervous sweats would happen at times you would not like it to happen, e.g., dinner parties, meeting new people. The annoying thing is that I'm not a nervous person, in fact, I'm quite sociable. It was like my body had a different reaction (sweating) to how I was actually feeling (confident, sociable, fine!). Since I've taken the medication, it's been a great success - no nervous sweats, etc. Even when I exercise, my clothing isn't drenched, just what I think it should look like in comparison to other people. I did have a very minor headache the first day I took the tablets, but can't say it was due to the medication. I've not experienced any other side effects, but I hope this post is helpful to anyone who had been struggling."
"I suffer from craniofacial hyperhidrosis. It is really bad, to the point it can look like I have sweat-soaked hair and face. It's the worst indoors, when I am shopping, walking around, work meetings, etc. Seriously, the most embarrassing and socially debilitating issue I have ever experienced. I have gone to the dermatologist for Botox injections in my scalp several times, and it works a little bit, but nothing great. After doing research, I decided I needed to try an oral medication. I am glad I did, Oxybutynin works really well for me, I am so happy. I usually need 5mg 3x daily to get through the day. I get dry mouth pretty bad, but gum or lozenge gets me through that problem pretty well."
"I was experiencing massive side effects of hyperhidrosis being on 85 mg of methadone. I was prescribed 5mg oxybutynin 2 times a day, and the 1st day all my symptoms of hyperhidrosis were completely gone. The only side effect I have experienced was dry mouth, and now I'm about 40 days on it, and it's subsided quite a bit. It has been a wonder drug for me. I'm very happy with it."
"At 35, I have suffered my whole life with palmar, plantar, and axillary sweating, causing social anxiety from teasing, depression, and ultimately turned me into a shut-in. I didn't date as a teen or even in my 20s because I couldn't hold hands. I recently begged my doctor to do the surgery, and then he casually mentions this medication. At first, I was furious that all of the doctors I have had over the years have known about my issue and no one ever offered a prescription option. After starting it and having pretty good success, I am still torn between anger and extreme burden relief. Maybe I can try to make friends now because everyone knows making friends as an adult is easy. I feel like people should talk about this more because apparently it's pretty common, and maybe stop this before all of the emotional damage."
"It all began in 6th grade. My feet, underarms, and hands would sweat profusely. I had to put folded up paper or cloths under my palm when writing, otherwise, my paper was soaked. My armpits would sweat to my waist! In my late teens, the back of my legs and knees would sweat and soak through on chairs. In my mid-30s, my crotch area would soak through my clothes. I couldn't wear sandals, or my wet feet made me slip. I would have sweat stains through the sides of my shoes. I was always miserable!!! I would sweat in cold weather and icy cold air conditioning. It had nothing to do with heat. I went on Oxybutynin in my late 40s, and I am now 64. Oxybutynin saved my life!!! I can wear what I want (no more black) and no longer feel the absolute complete misery as I did for decades. Yes, I get a very dry mouth, but so what? I have water on hand, chew gum, buy dry mouth sprays. I am so happy I have Oxybutynin!"
"I’m a 19-year-old female and I’ve had hyperhidrosis since I can remember. It’s severely impacted my self-esteem and quality of life. I’m not going to go on about how awful it was because if you have hyperhidrosis, you know exactly what I was feeling and the struggles I would go through just to complete day-to-day tasks. I’m writing this review because I swore if I ever found something that worked, I’d spread the word. From reading other reviews on here, it’s clear this medication doesn’t work for everyone, but I’d just like to say it’s definitely worth a shot. I’ve only been on oxybutynin for a little over a week now, and knock on wood, but I haven't sweat in 4 days at all. I’m still in disbelief, I’m so thrilled I have my life back. Would 100% recommend. I do have dry mouth and eyes, but oh wow, what a small price to pay."
"I also have been a terrible sweater, for years now my would sweat on my back, chest, face, even stomach. It was starting to affect my personal life as I was so hesitant just to hug people. I would always wear a fitted tank top to help from showing through on my clothes. I always wore black just to hide it. I asked my PCP about this medication and as soon as I took it the next day 100% of a difference! Yes, the side effects are dry mouth and I notice my face seems to be on the drier side but I will take that ANY day over the sweating. I can’t wait until summer when I am out in the sun, that will be the real test, but so far I am so happy."
"I've had hyperhidrosis for about 8 months. It's been gradually getting worse and worse. By the way, I'm 42 years old. The slightest heat, like in a car, or the slightest exertion, even in the cold, I am drenched in sweat on my chest, back, head, and groin. I started oxybutynin about 5 days ago. It seems to be working somewhat, but definitely not a total fix. I am highly tolerant to medications. Possibly, I need a little bit more than 5 mg. Anyway, hopefully, it gradually gets better. Thanks for letting me share!"
"I've suffered with focal sweating on head and face since the age of 14. Got considerably worse during the menopause. This medication has completely stopped it!!! I can't believe I didn't go to my GP before now. I used to think it was just me, and it's just something you get used to. But don't suffer in silence. This drug really, really works and has changed my life. Thank you, science!"
"I've suffered from Hyperhidrosis for several years. It started on my forehead and just spread. I had given up all hope. I went to two dermatologists and I was just told to take with me extra clothing to change or that I had to lose weight. I sweated no matter what. If it was snowing outside, I was still sweating. If I just sat at home and enjoyed a movie I would sweat. There was no cure for this and I had given up. I got social anxiety and I avoided people and situations. I could only wear dark and black clothes. Suddenly I was hit by a miracle: Oxybutynin. I didn't believe the drug could help at all, but the dermatologist said I should give it a try. My life has changed since then. I can finally live as a normal human being again."
"Have had excessive sweating since puberty. Any change in outside temp on skin, exertion, stress, etc. brings on a large drop of sweating throughout my hair, face, and neck so bad that I look like I just came out of a shower with my clothes on, except that the drops just keep on dropping. My hyperhidrosis stems from thyroid disease, lupus, type II diabetes, high-dose prednisone, fibromyalgia, stenosis, severe sciatica, and extreme pain to name just a few of my ailments... But I live with these things - they're manageable. But the sweating is horrendous. People kept asking me if I needed help because I look like I'm having a heart attack. My endo put me on oxybutynin 5mg/2 day 3 weeks ago, and for the last 3 weeks I barely sweat. Now instead of sweating, I'm crying tears of joy! Yes, my side effects include dry mouth, skin, and eyes; dizziness; weakness; sleepiness; but all these are manageable. I can go out in public again! Get out amongst the living, so to speak! Get dry... Get happy. Good luck."
"I started using this in September 2010, and it has been the solution I thought I'd never find. Over sweating even during winter was such an embarrassing thing in public situations, sweaty palms on my face and on other areas of my body. Yes, there are side effects, it makes my mouth and other areas, including my skin, very dry. I increase my liquid intake and chew gum now and then to counteract the total dryness. Along with using a regular lotion like cocoa butter before bed. It also causes a bit of dizziness and a zombie-like feeling, which starts about an hour after taking a 2x 5mg dose. To overcome this, I just time it into my schedule where I don't anticipate doing anything of significant or demanding. This will probably sound strange to someone who does not suffer from over sweating, but for those that do, it is a worthy sacrifice."
"I have been on Oxybutynin for hyperhidrosis since September of 2013. It has changed my life. I went to Mexico this past December and was amazed at how much less sweating I had. Prior, I was becoming a recluse as it was so embarrassing to go out in public. My air conditioner ran non-stop all summer! Every now and then I 'break' out in a sweat, but it is mild and not a big deal. The one side effect I have with it is that after taking 2 x 5mg a day I get extremely tired and feel kind of like I am 'out of it'. I now take it at bedtime, as it actually helps me fall asleep quicker (I had terrible insomnia as well). Mouth is very dry, but it has forced me to increase my water intake, which is good anyway. This is such a relief!"
"I lived in Southeast Asia. Basically, it is summer all year round over here. I have been suffering from craniofacial hyperhidrosis since young. The condition got progressively worse over the years, especially in the last three years. It has affected my personal life, my career, and my psychological state of mind. Because I was so afraid of sweating, I developed social anxiety. Earlier this week, I decided to seek help for it and I found Oxybutynin as an oral treatment for HH. By the second day of taking it, my sweating was reduced by 70%. On the third and subsequent days, I have been basically sweat-free. It has been years since I last felt this good! I regained my confidence, became more sociable, got my career back on track, and got my life back."
"21 years of age and I have been suffering with palmar hyperhidrosis from being in primary school. As I've gotten older, it has spread to other parts of my body, which makes this condition even more embarrassing. After going to the doctors and being given Driclor (which does not work) and being told there is nothing else they can do, I gave up all hope and thought, well, that's it, I'm going to suffer with this forever. Until one day I decided to look deeper online and I found this website and read the reviews of Oxybutynin - I booked an appointment with my doctor straight away and asked him to prescribe this medication - 10 days after I'm hyperhidrosis free. I still cry now, the sweating has stopped completely. Highly recommend!"
"I've been on methadone maintenance for 5 years. Shortly after starting, I quickly realized it was making me sweat profusely on my face and neck. The sweating would start if I exerted myself any amount or was in the smallest amount of heat. I read about methadone-induced hyperhidrosis, and I tried the vitamins and other treatments. Nothing worked, ever. One day I came across a study that found oxybutynin had a dramatic effect on some people's hyperhidrosis, so I said why not try it. I was absolutely shocked on the first day. I use the patches, and a few hours after applying, I was not sweating, and I realized it while out in the heat of summer. I was so happy. I've been using them now for 2 years, and I'll never stop. You can buy the patches at Walmart, Rite Aid, or on Amazon. The patches are Oxytrol. They stay on for 3 to 5 days."
"I started taking oxybutynin 2 weeks ago after years of suffering from head and facial sweating. I asked my doctor if I could try it to see if it helped with my sweats. I am so glad that I did. What a difference it has made, sweats are totally gone. Yes, I do have a very dry mouth, but it's a small price to pay. I know this medication does not work for everyone, but thankfully it worked for me."
"I have hyperhidrosis and started oxybutynin. It has literally given me back my life! I wasn’t even able to go to the grocery store in the middle of winter without my head and hair being drenched in sweat!! I only wore a light sweater over a tank top!! It’s summer now, and I can go outside with my grandson and daughter without passing out from sweat. I’m so thankful I was put on this medication!!"
"I was diagnosed with hyperhidrosis about 20 years ago and tried everything they had available at the time to get it under control. Nothing worked well enough to offset the side effects I was having, so I waited until I was 14 to have a sympathectomy. That worked pretty well on my hands and feet but really only pushed the sweating to my stomach, back, and thighs. At the time, oxybutynin was never used for sweat, but I was willing to try anything my doctor suggested. It worked surprisingly well, and I am still taking it 15 years later. I recommend it to everyone who will listen."
"What a difference oxybutynin has made to my quality of life. I started developing symptoms of craniofacial hyperhidrosis (sweating) around 10 years ago in school. I would sit there in class and start to panic that I might suddenly burst out sweating. This continued for the next 10 years and made social situations really awkward, and my anxiety grew with this. I would turn to alcohol as much as possible to try and remain calm, as I just knew the slightest trigger would set me off. This disease has had such a negative impact on my life, and I took it upon myself 12 months ago to do everything I could to get some relief. I started with the Driclor and then even had Botox, none of which worked. I finally found oxybutynin for sweating through this forum and got prescribed it from the doc. What a difference to my life it has made, and the sweating has almost completely stopped. Highly recommend this drug to anyone that suffers from this disease, and the dry mouth subsides after a few weeks."
"I have been on this medication for about a month and I am so thankful for it! I am on another medication that causes me to sweat excessively; so bad that it was interfering with my daily life. My doctor wrote me a script for oxybutynin 5mg and it has worked so great to help me not sweat so much. I don't have bladder issues, but it's great for people who have major sweating problems!"
Ditropan, Ditropan XL, Oxytrol, Gelnique, Anturol
Ditropan, Ditropan XL, Oxytrol, Gelnique
