Drug interactions
Glycopyrrolate inhaled + Meclizine
Severity: Minor
Glycopyrrolate inhaled and Meclizine: minor interaction.
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Summary
Inhaled glycopyrrolate has low systemic exposure but still can add to the anticholinergic effects of oral meclizine. Effects such as dry mouth, urinary retention and blurred vision may be increased.
What this interaction means in plain words
Glycopyrrolate inhaled and Meclizine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Additive antimuscarinic effects, with limited systemic contribution from the inhaled drug.
What to do
Usually no change is needed. Ask about urinary retention, constipation and eye symptoms, especially in older patients or those with glaucoma.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Glycopyrrolate inhaled with Meclizine?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Glycopyrrolate inhaled and Meclizine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Inhaled glycopyrrolate has low systemic exposure but still can add to the anticholinergic effects of oral meclizine. Effects such as dry mouth, urinary retention and blurred vision may be increased.
How serious is the interaction between Glycopyrrolate inhaled and Meclizine?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Usually no change is needed. Ask about urinary retention, constipation and eye symptoms, especially in older patients or those with glaucoma.
What other medicines interact with Meclizine?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Meclizine with, for example, Belladonna and opium, Benzhydrocodone / acetaminophen, Brexanolone. The full list is on the Meclizine page.
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