Advances in pharmacological treatment and management of hyperhidrosis

Managing hyperhidrosis requires a nuanced, individualized strategy that balances symptom control, safety, patient preferences, and quality of life. Combination therapies and flexible treatment sequencing can reduce early reliance on invasive procedures. Despite therapeutic advances, widespread adoption is limited by heterogeneous guidelines, off-label use, and under-recognition of psychosocial impact. Future research should focus on prospective, large-cohort studies, standardized outcome measures, and development of selective, well-tolerated therapies. While a universal cure is unlikely, sustained symptom control and meaningful improvement in quality of life represent realistic objectives.

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Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy
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2026-02-11
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https://doi.org/10.1080/14656566.2026.2642213
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Sympathectomy and Hyperhidrosis Treatments
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Advances in pharmacological treatment and management of hyperhidrosis

Helena Gioacchini, Anna Campanati, Andrea Marani, Agnese Rossi
Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy
Sympathectomy and Hyperhidrosis Treatments
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Advances in pharmacological treatment and management of hyperhidrosis

Helena Gioacchini, Anna Campanati, Andrea Marani, Agnese Rossi
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Abstract

Managing hyperhidrosis requires a nuanced, individualized strategy that balances symptom control, safety, patient preferences, and quality of life. Combination therapies and flexible treatment sequencing can reduce early reliance on invasive procedures. Despite therapeutic advances, widespread adoption is limited by heterogeneous guidelines, off-label use, and under-recognition of psychosocial impact. Future research should focus on prospective, large-cohort studies, standardized outcome measures, and development of selective, well-tolerated therapies. While a universal cure is unlikely, sustained symptom control and meaningful improvement in quality of life represent realistic objectives.

Expert Opinion on PharmacotherapyVol. 27(3)
Marche Polytechnic University (IT), Ospedale Infermi di Rimini (IT), Istituti di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico (IT), Istituto Nazionale di Riposo e Cura per Anziani (IT)
Openalex Percentile: Top 12%
Sympathectomy and Hyperhidrosis Treatments
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