Glycopyrronium bromide
Glycopyrronium bromide
Glycopyrronium bromide (pronunciation: gly-co-pyr-ro-ni-um bro-mide) is a medication used to treat a variety of medical conditions. It is a type of anticholinergic drug, which means it works by blocking the action of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine in the body.
Etymology
The name "Glycopyrronium bromide" is derived from its chemical structure. "Glyco" refers to the presence of a sugar molecule in its structure, "pyrronium" refers to the presence of a pyrrolidine ring, and "bromide" refers to the presence of a bromine atom.
Uses
Glycopyrronium bromide is used to treat a variety of conditions, including:
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It helps to relax and open the airways, making it easier to breathe.
- Hyperhidrosis: It can be used to reduce excessive sweating.
- Peptic ulcer: It can reduce stomach acid production, which can help to heal peptic ulcers.
- Saliva control: It can be used to reduce excessive saliva production in certain conditions, such as Parkinson's disease.
Related Terms
- Anticholinergic
- Acetylcholine
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Hyperhidrosis
- Peptic ulcer
- Parkinson's disease
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Glycopyrronium bromide
- Wikipedia's article - Glycopyrronium bromide
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