Wash hands with cool water and mild soap, then dry thoroughly
Use an antiperspirant on palms, preferably one with aluminum chloride
Apply antiperspirant at night and wash off in the morning
Keep hands dry with absorbent hand towels or blotting paper
Avoid triggers like caffeine, spicy foods, and stress when possible
Use a fan or air conditioning in warm environments
Wear breathable gloves only when necessary
Try stress-reduction techniques such as deep breathing
Use hand wipes or alcohol-based sanitizer sparingly to reduce moisture
Consider iontophoresis treatment
Ask a doctor about prescription-strength treatments
Ask a doctor about oral medications if sweating is severe
Consider Botox injections for persistent palmar sweating
Consider surgery only for severe cases that do not respond to other treatments
