glycopyrrolate /glī′kōpir″əlāt/ , an anticholinergic. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is prescribed as an adjunct to ulcer therapy and parenterally to reduce secretions before surgery. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: Narrow-angle glaucoma, asthma, obstruction of the genitourinary or GI tract, ulcerative colitis, or known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: Among the more serious adverse effects are blurred vision, central nervous system effects, tachycardia, dry mouth, decreased sweating, and hypersensitivity reactions.
