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What is Drysol?
Drysol works as an antiperspirant by affecting cells that produce sweat. Hyperhidrosis (also known as hyperhidrosis) is a condition characterized by excessive sweating. Drysol can also be used in other ways not mentioned in this medication guide.
Side effects of Drysol
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: hives, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, or throat.
Drysol can cause serious side effects. If you experience:
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Severe burning, swelling, or redness of the treated skin.
Side effects of Drysol include:
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Itching or mild burning of the treated skin
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Feeling of tingling or being prickly.
There may be other side effects. Call your physician if experiencing side effects. Contacting the FDA with any adverse side-effect reports: 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Please read all the instructions on the label or package of your medication. Inform your healthcare provider about your medical conditions, your allergies, and the medicines you are using.
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Before you take this drug
Drysol should not be used if you have an allergy to it. If you've ever had kidney disease, tell your doctor. Inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant or nursing.
How to take Drysol?
Please follow all the directions that accompany your medication exactly, even when changing doses may have occurred. Your physician will change dosage as necessary so make sure to take it exactly how prescribed by them.Take it only by mouth. Topical medicines are only to be used on the skin. Use only on skin that is not broken or has been recently shaved. Apply the medicine before bed and leave it on for 6–8 hours. Please read and follow all directions that accompany your medication carefully, especially those related to use and administration. If there are any questions, consult your healthcare provider or pharmacist immediately for clarification. Dry the skin completely before applying Drysol. Dry the skin if necessary with a hairdryer on warm. You can use the applicator that comes with the medicine or a cotton ball. After using the medicine on your underarms, wear a t-shirt to prevent the medicine from rubbing onto your bed linens. After using your hands or feet, wrap your hands or legs in plastic wrap, and then cover them with cotton socks or gloves. Keep the cotton gloves or socks on during sleep. After using it on your scalp, wear a plastic shower cap to bed. This will prevent the medication from rubbing onto your bedding. Remove the plastic wrap from the treated areas in the morning and thoroughly wash the skin. Towel dry. Plastic wrap should not be reused for other applications. The plastic shower cap can be rinsed and reused. Keep the bottle tightly sealed at room temperature and away from heat. This medicine contains alcohol, which is flammable. When exposed to air, the medicine will quickly evaporate. This medicine should not be shared with anyone else, even if the other person has similar symptoms.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Do not take the missed dose. Use your next dose as usual. Do not take two doses at the same time.
What happens if I overdose?
Drysol overdose is unlikely to be harmful.Should anyone accidently consume medication, seek emergency medical treatment immediately or call Poison Help immediately at 1-800-222-1222.
What should be avoided?
Drysol is a deodorant and an antiperspirant. Drysol should not be used in the eyes, nose, mouth, or lips. If you do come into contact with Drysol, wash it off immediately. This medicine may stain some fabrics or metals.
Interaction with other drug
Other drugs you take will likely not interfere with the medicine applied topically.Many drugs interact with each other. Inform your healthcare provider about the medicines you take, including prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.