Read this information before you start taking Drysol and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking with your doctor about your medical condition or treatment. If you have any questions about Drysol, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Drysol is a topical antiperspirant containing 20% aluminum chloride hexahydrate. It commonly causes itching and burning at sites where it is applied. Drysol should not be applied on the face, chest, or back. Direct contact with the eyes and mouth should be avoided. Do not apply to any skin abrasion or inflamed, broken, wet, or recently shaved skin, since excessive irritation may occur. Drysol may stain clothing or fabric.
Drysol is a topical antiperspirant containing 20% aluminum chloride hexahydrate. It is used to treat excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) and works by plugging sweat ducts.
People who are allergic to aluminum chloride or any other ingredients in Drysol should not use it.
Before you take Drysol, tell your healthcare provider if you have any of the following conditions:
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Use Drysol exactly as your doctor tells you.
Do not use on irritated skin, or if you have shaved your skin lately. Wash your hands before and after use. Clean the affected area before use and put a thin layer on the affected part at bedtime. Apply your usual antiperspirant in the morning.
Apply Drysol every night to begin with, until the sweating is significantly better. After the sweating is controlled, you can apply it less frequently, usually once or twice a week or as directed by your doctor.
Drysol commonly causes itching and burning at sites where it is applied. These are relatively common and affect up to 10% of people who use it.
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or doesn’t go away. These are not all the possible side effects of Drysol. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Store Drysol at room temperature.
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes that are not in the patient leaflet. Do not use Drysol for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give Drysol to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. It could harm them.
This page summarizes the most important information about Drysol. If you would like more information about Drysol talk with your doctor. You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about Drysol that is written for health professionals.
Active ingredient: Aluminum chloride hexahydrate 20%
