Aluminum
Active ingredient
Sold as Neurotox · Metalstat · Unda 3 · Unda 18 · Unda 33
- Drug class
- -
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Oral
- Markets covered
- 1
- Products on record
- 7
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 464
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Aluminum is an active ingredient used for the temporary relief of symptoms associated with numbness, tingling, muscle cramps, and nerve pain [1]. It is available under various brand names, including Neurotox, Metalstat, and Unda 18 [1].
In the past 12 months, there have been 464 adverse event reports associated with products containing aluminum [2]. The most frequently reported adverse events include diarrhea, off-label use, fatigue, falls, and vomiting [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 7 | May 19, 2025 |
USUnited States· FDA
7 products
Uses
INDICATIONS:
For temporary relief of symptoms due to numbness, tingling, muscle cramps, and nerve pain.
How to take
DIRECTIONS: 10 drops orally, 3 times a day. Consult a physician for use in children under 12 years of age.
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Most-reported reactions to the US regulator (12 mo to June 4, 2026): 464 reports total. [2]
- Diarrhoea 44
- Off Label Use 38
- Fatigue 36
- Fall 30
- Vomiting 29
- Nausea 28
- Dyspnoea 27
- Headache 27
- Pain 26
- Acute Kidney Injury 25
- Asthenia 25
- Drug Ineffective 24
Side effects & warnings
WARNINGS:
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health care professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Do not use if tamper evident seal is broken or missing.
Store in cool, dry place.
WARNINGS:
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health care professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Do not use if tamper evident seal is broken or missing.
Store in cool, dry place.
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 07a457c0-df0d-46… · revised May 19, 2025 [PDF]
- [2]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
Information on this page is compiled from public regulatory records. Drugvu is not affiliated with any regulator or pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.