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Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate is used on the skin to help control excessive sweating.
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Drysol Dab-O-Matic, Drysol, Hypercare, Aluminum Chloride
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aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate
Drysol Dab-O-Matic, Drysol, Hypercare, Aluminum Chloride
Uses
Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate is used on the skin to help control excessive sweating.
Storage
- Store Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate may be harmful if swallowed.
How To Use
- Apply Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate as directed to the affected area with the special applicator.
- This is usually applied once a day at bedtime for the first few days then once or twice a week as needed.
- For maximum effect, make sure area is completely dry before applying the medication.
- Apply a thin layer of solution then cover the area with plastic wrap kept in place by a snug fitting T-shirt, sock or mitten depending on area being treated.
- In the morning, wash the treated area.
- Avoid contact with the eyes.
- Do not apply to broken, irritated or recently shaved skin.
Side Effects
- Burning or a prickly sensation may occur when first applied.
- If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you develop: a skin rash, redness/ irritation/swelling in the treated area.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have: other illnesses, any allergies.
- Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Missed Dose
- If you miss an application, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double-up the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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