Brand information
Dettol
Chloroxylenol + Triclosan
0.3%+0.3%
Cream
50 gm tube: ৳ 18.00
Reckitt & Benckiser Ltd.
Reference pricing
2022
Historical package prices
50 gm tube
৳18.00
Historical reference information
These prices are from the
2022
dataset and may not represent current retail prices.
Indications
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
Therapeutic Class
Chlorhexidine & Chloroxylenol preparations
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.
Triclosan, a chlorinated bisphenol antiseptic, is active against fungi, gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
Dosage
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
children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor
Interactions
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.
FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.
Precautions
Condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days