Unfortunately, our Dettol Antiseptic Cream has been discontinued due to the market demand reducing to such a level that it was no longer commercially viable to continue to manufacture.
Dettol Multi-Use Antiseptic Skin Cream has a soothing formulation for minor cuts, wounds, scratches. It is recommended by Indian medical association.
The packaging , advertising , colour of liquid all were strengthening its power as antiseptic. So Savlon instead being a good product and great brand failed. The brand received a good opening in market but because of the brand image of an "Antiseptic" , failed. Dettol also played a better game when savlon was launched.
The active ingredients in Savlon are Cetrimide (3.0% w/v) and Chlorhexidine gluconate mmu(0.3% W/V). In Dettol, the active ingredient is Chloroxylenol (4.8%w/v). Trichlorophenol (TCP) has 0.4%w/v chlorine and 0.63%w/v phenol as the active ingredients.
Dettol Antiseptic Skin Cream is a Cream manufactured by RECKITT AND COLMAN OF INDIA. It is commonly used for the diagnosis or treatment of wound-cleansing , antibacterial. It has some side effects such as Liquid formulation at night to dry skin.
Unfortunately, our Dettol Antiseptic Cream has been discontinued due to the market demand reducing to such a level that it was no longer commercially viable to continue to manufacture. We have an alternate similar product called Savlon Antiseptic Cream in the market.
Dettol antibacterial skin jelly contains the active ingredient - Chloroxylenol - is an antiseptic and disinfectant. It works by creating a sealing barrier between cells in dry or damaged skin which locks in moisture. By locking in moisture, it helps protect dry skin and cracked skin.
The two most widely administered antiseptic surgical scrub agents in dermatologic surgery are chlorhexidine and povidone-iodine.
Dettol is used for cleaning wounds, cleaning surfaces, antiseptic, and disinfectant properties, while betadine is useful as iodophor in modern clinical applications, treating wounds, etc.
Avoid contact with the eyes, middle ear, meninges and other nervous tissues. If you experience any side effects or allergic reactions stop using immediately and seek medical advice. Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients, especially Chlorhexidine as it may cause allergic reactions.
Topical antiseptics can cause both irritant and allergic reactions, e.g. an allergic contact dermatitis with iodine and rarely anaphylaxis with chlorhexidine. The risks of a reaction are likely to be increased if the antiseptic agent is used in too high a concentration or in a person with eczematous skin.
Savlon may sometimes irritate the skin epecially if not properly diluted. The skin will red and burning in the area of contact. The skin may also dry out.
Topical application of undiluted chloroxylenol can cause skin burning. Symptoms reported include corrosion of the oral mucosa, larynx, and the gastrointestinal tract, bradycardia, hypotension, and renal failure. Large amounts may cause CNS depression.
Using Dettol Antiseptic Liquid to clean cuts or scratches can help protect the wound from infection. Make sure to dilute the Dettol first by mixing 20ml with 400ml of water. This diluted mixture can then be used to cleanse the wound.
It can be used for gentle antiseptic wound cleansing and antiseptic skin cleansing. Dettol Liquid. Contains Chloroxylenol. For Antiseptic cleansing of minor wounds caused by cuts, bites, grazes, insect stings and for personal hygiene.
Absorption of iodine from povidone iodine may interfere with thyroid function tests. Contamination with povidone iodine, of several types of test for the detection of occult blood in faeces or blood in urine may produce false positive results.
Tea tree oil is expected to be the second most effective anti-microbial agent, as it also contains an OH group, and betadine is expected to be the least effective because it does not contain an OH group.
Dettol works by attacking multiple points on bacteria, this means that there is little or no way for bacteria to grow resistant to it [15]. Dettol is more effective against Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella typhi and E.
Antiseptics are commonly used for: Hand washing — chlorhexidine gluconate and povidone-iodine solutions are often used in hand rubs in hospitals and other health care settings.
Betadine antiseptic cream is a microbicidal cream, containing povidone iodine that is used to treat common skin infection, wounds, cuts, burns etc. it is beneficial for providing protection against contamination and infection.
Skin Antisepsis
The three most commonly used topical antiseptic agents are chlorhexidine, povidone iodine, and isopropyl alcohol. Isopropyl alcohol has the best antibacterial activity but is also flammable and has been associated with fires in the operating room.
It is effective against gram positive/negative bacteria, fungi, yeast, mildew and even the frightening "super-bug" MRSA. It is able to kill 98% of microbes in just 15 seconds as shown in agar patch studies.
What it is used for. Fights infection and helps prevent re-infection. Is recommended for treating cuts, scratches, abrasions, insect bites, minor burns, sunburn, sore lips, minor skin infections, chapped roughened hands and cracked itchy skin.
Dettol should never be applied over the face without diluting. It causes burns when used directly over face. You can use Mometasone cream locally twice daily over affected areas for 2-3 days. Was this answer helpful?