Aluminum is one of the main concerns. But it is not the only concern. Most conventional deodorants contain a slew of toxic chemicals, such as aluminum chlorohydrate, parabens, propylene glycol, triclosan, TEA, DEA, FD&C colors, and Talc, among others.
BRAND NAMES: Macrodantin, Furadantin, Macrobid. USES: Nitrofurantoin is used to treat or prevent urinary tract infections. SIDE EFFECTS: Common side effects include headache, rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. The macrocrystalline form (Macrodantin) appears to cause less stomach upset.
Macrodantin (nitrofurantoin) is an antibiotic prescribed to treat or prevent urinary tract infections. Macrodantin is available in generic form. Side effects of Macrodantin include headache, itching, rash, nausea, upset stomach, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, rust-colored or brownish urine, or vaginal itching or discharge. Macrodantin should be given with food to improve drug absorption and, in some patients, tolerance.