How to Use Sofdra
Apply Sofdra at bedtime for get-up-and-go sweat control the next day
Sofdra was designed for easy application
Convenient applicator with cap:
for quick and easy pump-to-pit application that keeps the gel off your hands to help avoid unwanted contact
Pre-dosed
pump bottle:
don’t think twice about how much to use, each pit just gets one pump!
Three steps? No sweat! Here’s how to make
Sofdra part of your bedtime routine:
Prepare
Check to make sure your
underarms are dry.
Apply
Each night at bedtime apply
1 pump per pit, that’s it!
Let It Dry!
Wait 5 minutes for
your pits to dry.*
*Don’t worry, you can put your arms down. Just avoid contact with clothing—and don’t touch your underarms after applying Sofdra.
Wash up
Be sure to thoroughly rinse the applicator and wash your hands with soap and water after applying Sofdra.
Care tips for happy pits:
When using Sofdra, here are some
things you should know:
Before applying Sofdra
- Don’t shave or apply deodorant to your armpits within 8 hours of applying Sofdra
- Don’t exercise, shower, or wash your armpits within 30 minutes of applying Sofdra
- Don't use more than 1 pump per underarm, once a day
While applying Sofdra
- Don’t smoke or go near an open flame until the gel is dry, as Sofdra gel is flammable
After applying Sofdra
- Let Sofdra gel dry for 5 minutes after you put it on
- Don’t put on clothing until the gel has dried completely
- Rinse the applicator and wash your hands with soap and water after applying Sofdra
Need to shower the morning after? No problem—just make sure you wait 8 hours after applying Sofdra.
Watch and learn how to apply Sofdra
Indication
Sofdra (sofpironium) topical gel, 12.45% is a prescription anticholinergic medicine used on the skin to treat excessive underarm sweating (primary axillary hyperhidrosis) in adults and children 9 years of age and older.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Sofdra is for use on the skin in the underarm area only. After applying Sofdra, wash your hands right away and do not touch your underarms. Sofdra is flammable. Avoid heat and flame while applying Sofdra.
Who should not use Sofdra?
Do not use Sofdra if you have certain medical conditions that can be made worse by taking an anticholinergic medicine, such as glaucoma, severe ulcerative colitis (UC) or other serious bowel problems, myasthenia gravis, and Sjogren’s syndrome.
What should I tell my healthcare provider before using Sofdra?
- Tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including prostate, bladder or kidney problems, problems passing urine, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or plan to become pregnant or breastfeed. It is not known if Sofdra will harm your unborn baby or pass into your breast milk.
- Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, especially any anticholinergic medicines.
What are possible side effects of Sofdra?
Serious side effects may include:
- Urinary retention. Stop using Sofdra and call your healthcare provider right away if you have difficulty urinating, urinate frequently or in a weak stream or drips, a full bladder or difficulty emptying your bladder.
- Problems with control of your body temperature. Stop using Sofdra and call your healthcare provider right away if you have decreased sweating that develops into symptoms of heat illness (e.g., hot, red skin; passing out; fast, weak pulse; fast, shallow breathing; increased body temperature).
- Blurred vision. Stop using Sofdra, call your healthcare provider right away, and do not drive or operate machinery or do hazardous work until your vision is clear.
The most common side effects of Sofdra include dry mouth; blurred vision; pain, redness, swelling, itching, and irritation in the underarm area; dilation of the pupils of your eyes; and problems with urination.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1‑800‑FDA‑1088. You may also report side effects to Botanix at 1‑866‑763‑6337.
Keep Sofdra and all medicines out of the reach of children.
Please see full Prescribing Information, Patient Product Information, and Instructions for Use.