EDIT: I just got more of this and the carrier was not careful with the box and when I picked it up it was moist and had a strong, almost like scented bleach smell. STILL washing my hands as while it's not burning, it's tingling. When I actually use the gel I wear gloves, but you don't expect the box you receive it in to be damp on the bottom! _______________________________________________ My experience and my skill set! First, I'm a woman in her 70's who has had to figure out stuff on her own (basically online) I had a slow running shower. It would drain, but even a quick ten minute shower would fill the tub about up to my ankles and when you think of that water is from whatever is backing up your drain...ew. IT would drain within about 15 mins after shower, but hated standing in any water. Like others have said, I would IGNORE the directions and leave in longer. When I take a shower tonight, I will see if the water is moving as fast as I want it to. I notice in the bullet points, it says you can leave product in overnight. I got two of the LARGE 80 oz bottles. I put HALF of one in and let sit 30 mins, didn't add water, I then just poured the other half in. I let that sit about an hour and half, so total two hours and used a whole bottle. I thought about leaving in longer, some said they left in overnight, so like 8 hours, some said they left in 24 hours. Well, I live in a one bedroom condo with one bathroom, one shower/tub, so.... I shut the door as I have two curious cats while it did it's thing. I started pouring really hot tap water at first, wasn't really moving that fast, but I did that a bunch of times, then I heated water in a small pot (I have cats underfoot and in my 70's and have to walk from kitchen to bathroom with uber hot water, so I didn't want to take biggest pot to try to do this). I noticed after a few times with really hot water (when bubbles start to form at bottom of pot, doesn't have to be rolling boil), the water was going down quicker. Makes sense. I figure the gel LOOSENS it, but the more and the HOTTER the water, the quicker through the pipes. Now, if I had LEFT it sitting for 8 or 24 hours before putting water down, would it have helped more? MAYBE. But I think the close to boiling water being poured in helped move it along. The gel is obviously strong. I actually have some safety goggles someone gave me and i used plain disposable gloves just to be cautious. AND I would keep your kids and pets AWAY til all is resolved and you've cleaned out any residue from tub/shower. TIP! While I am sure this LOOSENED clog, built up shampoo or soap, the BOILING WATER is what always seems to really make it work. SUGGESTION Once you do clear your drain, every day or so just take a pot of boiling water and pour down drain! THIS will help keep clear longer and build up down especially if it's just from product buildup. Can't say if there is a lot of hair clogging drain (I have very short fine hair, so it's product build up from shampoo and soap) the hot water alone would help. But putting boiling water down drain at least every few days or even week, well think about it, boiling water dissolves. _________________________ Bottomline: after doing several of the small pots of super hot water and then running the tub with the stopper open for awhile, the water is moving pretty darn fast. But my takeaway after reading a ton of reviews, leave it in longer than it says. I didn't even have STANDING water, tub/shower was empty of water when I poured in and it still took me MANY pots of water (I could tell it was starting to go down as it kind of burbled/bubbled) to get the job done.

Who knew that a bottle of Drano Max Gel could turn my humdrum life into a riveting adventure? It’s not just a drain cleaner, folks; it’s a symbol of hope and redemption. Armed with this gel, I approached my clogged sink like a hero in a Hollywood blockbuster. The instructions were simple—pour, wait, flush—and yet the anticipation was palpable. Would it work? Would my plumbing woes finally end? Or would I once again face the dreaded call to the plumber, complete with eye-watering bills and shattered dignity? And then... the magic happened. Or maybe it didn’t—it’s hard to tell. The water eventually drained, but was it the Drano Max, or did the clog just get tired of my whining and decide to leave? Either way, I felt victorious. For a brief, shining moment, I was the master of my domain, wielding the power of gel-based chemistry to banish evil from my pipes. But let’s not get carried away. Sometimes Drano Max works like a charm, and sometimes it stares at your clog with the same enthusiasm as a bored teenager at work. Life-changing? Perhaps not. Handy to have around? Sure. Just don’t expect it to solve life’s bigger problems—or unclog the metaphorical drains of your soul.

not good for pipes, but that’s a given. definitely works for a temporary fix. breaks down anything in drains. removes clogs fast.

I picked up the small version of this drain cleaner, and it worked surprisingly well! It cleared a stubborn clog in no time, and the process was quick and hassle-free. Definitely a handy product to have around for minor and major blockages. Would recommend!

Worked on my very slow Kitchen drain line (along with lots of boiling water). The build up was well past the p trap.

Drano is highly effective and delivers exactly as promised. It cleared the clog in our shower and eliminated an odor from our sink quickly and efficiently, leaving the drains flowing perfectly. However, be aware that the product emits a strong chemical smell during use, so it’s essential to ensure the area is well-ventilated for comfort. Overall, it’s an excellent solution for stubborn clogs, with just a minor note about ventilation.

Fast shipping and great product will buy again thank you

Product and service above standard

It didn’t have the standard safety cap and the freshness seal was missing. Different consistency than the dran-o I’ve used in the US. Didn’t do much to unclog the drain.

Im so happy with this product...i bought it as my bath tub drain was blocked..i used this gel as per instructions and it surprised me by opening by clogged drain ...it really works ...worth buying

I liked it. Did help clear out a major blockage in the shower. Some blockages need it done more than once