Drug reference
alum
Mineral astringent · Astringent, Antiperspirant
Mineral astringentAstringent, Antiperspirant
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
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not curated
INTERACTIONS
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none in our sources
PREGNANCY
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not curated
Mechanism
Heavy metal ions precipitate proteins. As antiperspirants, they diffuse through sweat ducts, reduce secretion from glands, and partially block the ducts. Their antibacterial action prevents decomposition of sweat, reducing body odour.
Indications
After-shaveLocal haemostatic on minor cutsAntiperspirant
Related guidelines
Chronic kidney disease — mineral and bone disorder
KDIGO · Nephrology · 2017
Cardio-oncology
ESC · Cardiology · 2022
Helicobacter pylori infection
ICMR · Gastroenterology · 2021
Stroke and TIA — secondary prevention
AHA · Neurology · 2021
Acute dental pain and intraoral swelling
ADA_DENTAL · Dentistry · 2019
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Sources: KD Tripathi 7e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team