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What are the side effects of Drysol?

Drysol (brand name for aluminum chloride hexahydrate) is a prescription medication commonly prescribed for excessive sweating. The side effects of Drysol can include skin irritation, rash, and itching. If these side effects occur, you should stop using Drysol or consult with your doctor. The irritation usually goes away when treatment with Drysol is stopped. Also be aware that Drysol may stain certain fabrics and metals that come in contact with the medication.

Sources:
Drysol product information, Person & Covy Inc., 1998.
Goh, C.L. “Aluminum chloride hexahydrate versus palmar hyperhidrosis: Evaporimeter assessment,” International Journal of Dermatology 29 (1990).
Glent-Madsen, L. "Axillary hyperhidrosis: Local treatment with aluminum-chloride hexahydrate 25% in absolute ethanol with and without supplementary treatment with triethanolamine," Acta Dermato-Venereologica 68 (1988).
Micromedex® Healthcare Series. Thomson Micromedex, 2006

This answer prepared 9/20/2000.
This information updated 12/5/2006.