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Drug Details

ANHYDROL Forte

• Drug Class Description
  Antiperspirants.
• Generic Name
  Aluminium chloride hexahydrate
• Presentation
  Clear, colourless evaporative cutaneous solution.
• Description
  Aluminium Chloride Hexahydrate 20.0% w/v.
• Indications
  For the topical treatment of hyperhidrosis specifically involving axillae, hands or feet.
• Adult Dosage
  

  For adults, children and the elderly: Apply to the affected sites at night, as required, and allow to dry. Wash off in the morning.

• Contra Indications
  

  Not to be used in cases of sensitivity to any of the ingredients.

• Special Precautions
  

  Care should be taken to restrict the application to the affected sites only. Keep away from the eyes. Care should be taken to avoid Anhydrol Forte coming into direct contact with clothing, polished surfaces, jewellery or metal. Replace cap tightly after use.

• Interactions
  

  Do not bathe immediately before use and, if the axillae are treated, do not shave or use depilatories on this area within 12 hours before or after use.

• Adverse Drug Reactions
  

  If applied too frequently, Anhydrol Forte may cause irritation which should be treated with a mild topical hydrocortisone cream.