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Doc put me on formalin for hyperhidrosis. sounding scary-- how poisonous? like, don't get it on your hands poisonous, or just don't drink it poisonous

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Do not drink it: See a dermatologist for possibly better therapy. Control of anxiety may also help: beta blocker can be considered.

Answered 5/27/2014

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A member asked:

Doc put me on formalin for hyperhidrosis. sounding scary-- how poisonous? like, don't get it on your hands poisonous, or just don't drink it poisonous

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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