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Aluminum chloride hexahydrate: Drug information

Aluminum chloride hexahydrate: Drug information
(For additional information see "Aluminum chloride hexahydrate: Patient drug information")

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Brand Names: US
  • Drysol;
  • Hypercare [OTC] [DSC];
  • Xerac AC
Pharmacologic Category
  • Hemostatic Agent;
  • Topical Skin Product
Dosing: Adult
Granulation tissue growth; minor hemorrhage

Granulation tissue growth; minor hemorrhage (Lumicain): Topical: Allow packing saturated in Lumicain to remain in nail groove for 48 hours; repeat if necessary. If hemorrhage is profuse, dress wound with gauze saturated with Lumicain and allow to remain for ≥24 hours.

Hyperhidrosis

Hyperhidrosis: Topical: Apply once daily at bedtime; once excessive sweating has stopped, may decrease to once or twice weekly, or as needed. Wash treated area in the morning.

Dosing: Kidney Impairment: Adult

There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer’s labeling.

Dosing: Hepatic Impairment: Adult

There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer’s labeling.

Dosing: Older Adult

Refer to adult dosing.

Dosage Forms: US

Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling. [DSC] = Discontinued product

Solution, External:

Drysol: 20% (35 mL, 37.5 mL, 60 mL)

Hypercare: 15% (35 mL [DSC], 60 mL [DSC]) [contains sd alcohol 40]

Xerac AC: 6.25% (35 mL, 60 mL) [contains alcohol, usp]

Generic Equivalent Available: US

No

Administration: Adult

Topical:

Antiperspirant: For external use only. Apply to dry skin at bedtime and wash off the next morning. Do not apply to wounds or broken, irritated, or recently shaved skin.

Hemostatic solution (Lumicain): For topical application only. Apply packing saturated in Lumicain solution; may dress wound with Lumicain-saturated gauze if profuse hemorrhage.

Use: Labeled Indications

Granulation tissue growth; minor hemorrhage (Lumicain): Control of minor hemorrhage and/or granulation tissue growth during nail and callus debridement

Hyperhidrosis: Antiperspirant in the management of hyperhidrosis

Medication Safety Issues
Sound-alike/look-alike issues:

Drysol may be confused with Drisdol

Adverse Reactions

The following adverse drug reactions and incidences are derived from product labeling unless otherwise specified. Frequency not defined.

Central nervous system: Burning sensation, prickling sensation, transient stinging of the skin

Dermatologic: Pruritus (transient), skin irritation

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation

Warnings/Precautions

Concerns related to adverse effects:

• Skin irritation: Discontinue if skin irritation occurs.

Other warnings/precautions:

• Appropriate use: Antiperspirant products are for external use only; avoid contact with eyes. Do not apply to broken or recently shaved skin. May be harmful to certain metals or fabrics. Lumicain is for topical application only.

Metabolism/Transport Effects

None known.

Drug Interactions

There are no known significant interactions.

Pricing: US

Solution (Drysol External)

20% (per mL): $0.22

Solution (Xerac AC External)

6.25% (per mL): $0.22

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Brand Names: International
  • Alumpak (AR);
  • Anhydrol Forte (IE, IL);
  • Driclor (AU, GB, HK, IE, KR, MT, PH, SG, ZA);
  • Drysol (CL, CN, MX);
  • Odaban (GB);
  • Solutio Antisudorica (HU);
  • Xerac (CL)


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