Dettol
Generic: Chloroxylenol + Triclosan
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Clinical Prescribing Information
Medical monograph and safety information for healthcare professionals & patients.Indications & Clinical Uses
Chloroxylenol & Triclosan is indicated in Insect bites, Sunburn, Cuts, Scratches, Abrasions, Disinfection of the skin, Minor burns, Sore lips, Minor skin infections, Chapped roughened hands, Cracked itchy skin.
Dosage & Administration
Adults and children 2 years of age and older
: apply to the affected area no more than 3 to 4 times daily.
children under 2 years of age
: consult a doctor
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Skin sensitivity; irritation of conjunctiva, mucosal irritation; reversible brown staining of the teeth; tongue discoloration and burning sensation; transient taste disturbance; parotid gland swelling.
Warnings & Precautions
Condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
Pharmacology & Mechanism of Action
It is bactericidal against most gram-positive bacteria. Chloroxylenol is used in hospitals and households for disinfection and sanitation. It is also commonly used in antibacterial soaps, wound-cleansing applications and household antiseptics such as Dettol liquid (to which it contributes its distinctive odor), cream and ointments.
Triclosan, a chlorinated bisphenol antiseptic, is active against fungi, gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.