Dettol 0.3%+0.3% (Cream)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Chloroxylenol triclosan |
| Company | Reckitt benckiser ltd |
Indications
- Insect bites
- Sunburn
- Cuts
- Scratches
- Abrasions
- Disinfection of the skin
- Minor burns
- Sore lips
- Minor skin infections
- Chapped roughened hands
- Cracked itchy skin
Pharmacology
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.
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
Interaction
There are no known drug interactions and none well documented.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Side Effects
Skin sensitivity; irritation of conjunctiva, mucosal irritation; reversible brown staining of the teeth; tongue discoloration and burning sensation; transient taste disturbance; parotid gland swelling.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category: Not Classified FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.
Precautions & Warnings
Condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
Therapeutic Class
Chlorhexidine & Chloroxylenol preparations