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Drysol User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

Drysol has an average rating of 8.8 out of 10 from a total of 320 reviews on Drugs.com. 87% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 7% reported a negative experience.

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  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • December 2, 2014

For Hyperhidrosis "I've been using this for close to a month. At first, I started out with using it every day and increasingly gained confidence (I've experienced hyperhidrosis for about 5 years, while in my teens, I was afraid to wear anything but black. Period.). After about two weeks, I started applying it once every two days, now I'm down to once every three days. I'm so excited that I found something that works. It does make my underarms itch sometimes, but it isn't painful, just annoying. I'm hoping that by the time I move to Arizona in June, I'll only need to apply this every month or so. But this works wonders!!!"

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  • May 20, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "I have always had excessive sweating and body odor because of that and have always been looking for medication for this. Tried so many deodorants, including Mitchum, and they did not seem to work at all. I put this on for 2 nights continuously, and I was surprised at the results! It really works! Although it may seem a little expensive, but it's worth the price."

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  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • April 25, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "LOVE DRYSOL. Sweaty palms, feet, and underarms are no fun for anyone at any time. Works like a charm after 2 or 3 times. Just a word of caution, I bought the extra strength and it's so strong it feels like I may have even burned my palms. They are SO dry now and sting even two days later. However, I'll take dry hands over sweaty ones. First time I can finally put lotion on my hands and not have them dripping in moisture! :D"

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  • Anonymous
  • February 1, 2012

For Hyperhidrosis "The development of medicine has finally reached its peak. I've had a bad issue with sweating from the forehead/face for several years and didn't think there would be a simple solution. Having a job where I'm involved in many meetings, the least bit of nervousness or anxiety and the sweat would just start pouring out at a faster rate, making it very embarrassing in the work environment. I've only had this product for 1 week, but after one use, I have not had one drop of sweat come off my forehead. Needless to say, it has almost given me a renewed sense of confidence. Worth its weight in gold!!"

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  • March 2, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "OMG, Drysol is perfect. I've been dealing with sweat problems since 7th grade, it's so embarrassing to raise my arm. It's very discomforting when my armpits are wet, but now with Drysol, I feel so much better. I am so happy... Only thing I'm a little mad about, though, is WHY DIDN'T I FIND THIS SOONER!! Lol... It's perfect."

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  • April 16, 2014

For Hyperhidrosis "Amazing! Heavy underarm sweating. MD prescribed in 1987. I used it for three years. It worked on the very first application. I have not used the product in 24 years, and I do not sweat from my underarms. I think Drysol permanently disengaged the sweat glands. I'm not exaggerating. I can walk into a steam room wearing a T-shirt, sit in there for 20 minutes, walk out dripping wet, with dry pits! If I could only find a way to abate my craniofacial HH, which is both gustatory and idiopathic."

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  • March 13, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "Drysol works very well. If you let your underarms completely dry, either by themselves or with a blow-dryer on a low setting, there should be no irritation. If there is any continuous itching or burning, simply watch your armpits and dry them. Use sparingly."

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  • Anonymous
  • December 5, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "I suffered with hyperhidrosis for over 10 years. I had no idea it was an actual medical condition up until recently. I told my doctor about my issue, and he prescribed Drysol. I must say it changed my life. I cried when I went a whole day without sweating! Please ask your doctor about this if you have excessive sweating!"

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  • March 22, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "I used to sweat so much. I could stand outside during a Canadian winter in only a T-shirt and still sweat through my shirt. I had problems for as long as I can remember. It got to a point where I began researching Botox treatments or any other extreme measure to stop sweating. A friend of mine recommended Drysol. The first time I tried it, I think I put too much on because it was so itchy, and I got a pretty bad rash. But the next day, just to see, I wore a grey cotton T-shirt, and not one single drop of sweat. I let my pits heal and waited until the rash went away to try again. Using less Drysol, it wasn't nearly as painful. Still a bit itchy though, but I took an anti-inflammatory, and it helped me sleep soundly. I used it every couple of days for a while, and now I use it once every couple of weeks. I never thought I'd find relief, but this stuff is amazing! Just don't put it on after you shave, and make sure your armpits are clean and dry before you put it on. This stuff changed my life!"

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  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • March 24, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "I am 19 years old, and I have been so embarrassed by my excessive underarm sweat for as long as I can remember. The worst was when I realized that I would sweat more from my underarms than the guys I hung out with. I tried every 'prescription strength' and 'clinical strength' over-the-counter product that I could find (I even tried men's clinical strength antiperspirant/deodorant), and nothing gave me relief. Finally, I talked to my doctor, and she mentioned Drysol. I have very sensitive skin, and when I had to use it for the first 2-3 days in a row, I had excessive itching and burning, and a rash, but I toughed it out, and now I no longer have the burning or rash. I have been using the product for 2 weeks now, and I couldn't be happier!"

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  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • November 19, 2014

For Hyperhidrosis "I have been suffering with hyperhidrosis ever since I was in grade 8. I could never wear any other color but black, and wearing big sweaters would even be an issue. I tried all the shelf clinical brands, but nothing seemed to work. It went on all these years, and when I started college studying vet medicine and had to wear light blue scrubs, I knew this would be an issue and something had to be done! My doctor recommended this to me, and I can honestly say I have never been happier! It says on the bottle to apply daily, but I find one application works for a few days! Totally recommend this!!"

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  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • August 16, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "This is the best solution to underarm sweating. I did experience one problem, a little burning under my left arm. After I washed the Drysol off of my left arm and applied some irritation ointment, and then the Drysol, everything was great. I have been dry all day today, and I have only used Drysol for 1 night. I'm so loving this. I can't wait to go to Miami, I can wear any shirt or blouse I want. I'm so hyped, I give this medication two thumbs up."

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  • Taken for 10 years or more
  • May 28, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "I have been using Drysol for at least 20 years (I am now almost 70), and it has been a life changer. I only have to use it about 4 times a year now, and it still itches and stings, but after I apply and let dry, I roll on DryIdea deodorant, and it mostly takes the sting away, and I have never had a rash. It used to be mostly covered by my insurance, but not anymore, so I haven't refilled it yet."

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  • April 3, 2018

For Hyperhidrosis "At age 17, I began to run in track, and I noticed that no one else was sweating as much as I was, and I was very self-conscious about it, and I wanted it to end. I went to the dermatologist, and they prescribed me Drysol, I was so excited to use it. I applied it the first night, and it was a miracle because the next day I was COMPLETELY dry! I continued to use it for almost a year, but recently I have noticed that it does not work anymore, no matter how often I apply it. I was so upset that it was not a permanent relief, and now I have to continue to be embarrassed and nervous that I am going to completely sweat through my shirts constantly. So I wanted you to know that yes, it does work, but the effects do not last for very long (at least for me). I am now going to try a different deodorant called Odaban, so hopefully, I can finally have a permanent solution to my hyperhidrosis."

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  • January 16, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "Such bad sweating/leaking from armpits that I thought I would give it a try. No prescription required in Canada. Picked up the extra strength and used three nights in a row. Stopped my sweating 100% immediately after three nights. Lasted 2 months before I had to use it again. I now add an extra night every couple of weeks and no sweat from pits for over a year. Yes, it can itch, but remember to dab, not smear it on. More doesn't work any better, and almost no itch on my 2-week applications due to using less. Short-term pain for long-term gain."

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  • June 28, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "I have had hyperhidrosis for about 4 years now and could never find something that worked. I tried every no-prescription medication I could find. After hearing about Drysol, I figured it was my last chance, which it was. I gave it a shot the first night and did all the helpful tricks, I didn’t use too much, I hadn’t shaved, and my underarms were clean and dry. I put it on and IMMEDIATELY started screaming and crying in absolutely EXCRUCIATING pain. I had to have someone help me wash it off before it had even been 5 minutes with it on. I thought that would help, but even after I washed it off and took anti-inflammatory stuff, I still felt every ounce of pain. Keep in mind I do have extremely sensitive skin, and that might be the problem."

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  • September 18, 2009

For Hyperhidrosis "I suffered from excessive sweating since I was about 12 years old. I'll never forget it. It was winter, and I took off my coat and saw sweat under my arms through my sweater. This continued for years. It was embarrassing. Being nervous definitely increased this issue. When I reached about 20 years old, I was using paper towels under my shirts, attached to my bras. Summertime was dreaded. I was miserable. I owned tons of black shirts. In the summer, I'd walk one block, and my armpits would be drenched. Now, to be perfectly honest, I am a beautiful woman-mixed race, slim, nice hair, light eyes... But no matter what, the sweating made me want to hide. Indoors. All the time. Just sitting still made me sweat. It was horrible."

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  • November 23, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "This changed my life. I read reviews before giving this a try and thought, 'Well, these people must not sweat as badly as I do.' No, these people were all correct. This is like a miracle drug. I used to be able to stand outside in 20-degree Fahrenheit weather in a t-shirt, and my armpits would be sweating. Now I can actually dress for the weather and not have to worry! I can wear long sleeves and my down jacket and NO SWEAT."

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  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • August 25, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "This product is a godsend. Minor burning sensation after applying and in the morning until I shower, but you have to weigh the positives with the negatives. I used to be drenched under my armpits, but now I can go a full 8+ hour shift without even noticing any sweat."

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  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • February 21, 2024

For Hyperhidrosis "I use Drysol consistently, and I’ve gotten the results I’m looking for. I used to sweat for no reason, but now I can even work out without breaking a sweat. Truly a game-changer for me, and helped with my confidence."

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  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • December 3, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "In first year university, I started sweating so much under my arms that I would have to change my undershirt 5 times a day and only wear dark colors so I wouldn't show my sweat stains. I tried every deodorant and antiperspirant I could find, and nothing worked. I went to the doctor, and he recommended Drysol (no prescription needed). I used it for the first night and covered my underarms with lots of it. It was itchy, and my skin was irritated in the morning with a red rash, but I did not sweat again! The small amount of pain from the rash was worth it. I only have to reapply once every couple of years! Amazing."

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  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • March 28, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "Drysol is the best thing ever. I used to sweat awfully, but this cured it. I will mention the first times that you use it, the pain is awful, and honestly, I would never wish that on my worst enemy. I was crying because of the pain. But honestly, it was worth it. I am now used to the pain (thank God), and now I just apply it before bed and never worry about sweat. It was short time pain, but for long time gain. Totally worth the first week."

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  • September 4, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "This has changed my life. I had sweated profusely since 2nd grade. My whole life up until a year ago, I was never able to wear the clothes I wanted, and I was embarrassed multiple times from sweating so much. I was a joke. But last spring (age 23), I started Drysol, and my life has changed. My only regret is that I didn't get it sooner in life."

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  • March 31, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "Drysol actually works! Please give it a try before considering any surgical operations or Botox injections. I've been dealing with excessive sweating for about 2 years and finally decided to do something about it. And by excessive, I mean sweat running like faucets, my underarm sweat would run right through my shirt and big sweaters, and I'd have to change my shirt 4-5 times a day. I've used other antiperspirants prior to this one, such as Certain Dri, but they had very little impact on this problem of mine. Yesterday was the first day I used Drysol, and I did not sweat at all. I'm so happy I can finally wear t-shirts again and not have to worry about my sweat stains. I did experience some itchiness yesterday, but not as much today."

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  • Anonymous
  • March 9, 2012

For Hyperhidrosis "Perfect. I saw results in the first use. I am not exaggerating. Within 3 days, I could wear tight, gray T-shirts with no marks. I never even imagined that would be possible. It had gotten to the point where I could only wear white or black T-shirts. I can now wear whatever I want. It is a dabber that you dab on your armpits at night, then wash off in the morning. It is a little uncomfortable at first, but if you truly sweat as much as I did, you will know that 15 minutes of discomfort at night is worth being able to finally take off that sweater covering your marks and not being embarrassed and holding back for the whole day. In fact, Drysol is so strong I have had to cut back to using it every other day. You will be amazed with your results."

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