Those who suffer from excessive sweating of the feet (plantar hyperhidrosis) and its accompanying malodor will want to know about Dehydral with 8% methenamine.
Hyperhidrosis, which can occur elsewhere on the body as well, is characterized by abnormally increased perspiration, in excess of that required for regulation of body temperature.
Dehydral contains methenamine, an antibiotic used in oral medicine to treat urinary tract infections. When topically applied, methenamine has been clinically proven to decrease sweating of the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. According to one study, approximately one third of the patients undergoing voluntary trials experienced some continuing relief for one to three weeks after discontinuing the medication.
While treatment with Dehydral is well tolerated for the most part, some patients experience excessively dry skin during treatment. In these cases, an effective moisturizer containing urea is advised. We like Uremol 20% and Eucerin.
Other treatments for hyperhidrosis include aluminum chloride.
To Sara
Dehydral is indicated for use on the feet. If you are considering application to the hands, I would check in with your physician for advice.
Hope that helps.