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Long term Antihydral users, is it actually safe?

Hey everyone, I’ve been dealing with palmar hyperhidrosis for a while and I’m considering starting Antihydral. It looks like a game changer based on everything I’ve read, but I keep seeing mixed opinions about the formaldehyde concern.

I’ve done some research and found that the amount of formaldehyde released topically is very small, no clinical cases have ever linked topical use to cancer, and people have been using it for 10 to 15 years with no issues reported.

But before I start I’m curious. For those of you who have been using it long term (3+ years), have you experienced any health issues you think might be related? And do you feel comfortable continuing to use it indefinitely?

Not looking to fear-monger, just want honest experiences from long term users. Thanks 🙏

Hey everyone,

I’ve been dealing with palmar and plantar hyperhidrosis for years. I’ve been using iontophoresis for a long time now.

It works for me pretty well overall – I’d say I’m dry about 90–100% most of the time.
However, I’m really getting exhausted from the maintenance.

I still need to do treatments about 3 times a week, and I feel kind of “dependent” on the machine. If I stop for a few days, I sometimes get sweating back in the fingertips.

I also use baking soda and tap water (our tap water is pretty strong/mineral-heavy), which helps a bit, but still the routine is tiring.

Honestly, I’m just tired of being tied to a machine all the time.

I’m considering switching to Antihydral cream since I’ve heard a lot of good things about it, especially for hands and feet. I also have the option to order 4 tubes from Germany.

My questions for people who have tried both:

Is Antihydral really that effective compared to iontophoresis?
Is it easier to maintain long-term?
Any regrets switching?
Any side effects that made you stop using it?

I’m mainly looking for something that gives me freedom and doesn’t feel like a constant “treatment routine”.

Would really appreciate real experiences and honest opinions.

Thanks!

Antihydral safe for long term?

Tired of iontophoresis, thinking about switching to Antihydral – need advice