Driclor is an antiperspirant product available to help sufferers of hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating. The antiperspirant contains a 20% solution of aluminium chloride, to better manage the levels of sweat that you produce. The metal oxides block your sweat glands, and end up creating a completely dry environment, no sweat and no smells.
The main risk of Driclor is that of skin irritation or infection. Driclor uses a roll-on applicator rather than a spray, and this can promote certain bacteria’s, and even spread them to other sites on your body. Some people may find that their skin is sore after using Driclor, this is due to sensitivity and although it may get better, it might not unless you stop using the product. Some stinging is normal at first, but this ought to settle down with continued use.
Driclor should not be used near the eyes, or applied in high quantities more than once a day. It can lead to discomfort and irritation. It has been noted that Driclor can also discolour your clothes if in direct contact with them, so it is essential that it is washed off in the morning and that the areas being treated are properly dried before you get dressed.
Driclor costs around £5 to £8 when you are buying it from high street pharmacies, although online you can generally buy it for a few pounds less. It is available on prescription, but you would have to pay standard NHS prescription rates of £7.20 so it is more likely that your GP will recommend that you buy it elsewhere.
Driclor has good results, and can work well for hyperhidrosis sufferers. It can suspend your sweating for days, and allow you to live normally without having to worry about how much you are sweating. Generally Driclor is only used for axillary hyperhidrosis due to the application method of the roll-on. This is the drawback of the system, as many people don’t like the roll-on method and prefer a spray bottle.