Does aluminium chloride hexahydrate work as a deodorant?

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

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Its main action is reducing sweat, but its antibacterial effect may also reduce bacteria-associated body odour.

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aluminium chloride hexahydrate · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

The answer

Its main action is reducing sweat, but its antibacterial effect may also reduce bacteria-associated body odour.

Anhydrol Forte 20% w/v Cutaneous Solutionemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 7

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