Dettol Antiseptic Liquid – 250 ml

Basic Information

• Brand Name: Dettol Antiseptic Liquid

• Type: Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid

• Form: Liquid (for external use only)

• Pack Size: Bottle of 250 ml

• Manufacturer / Marketer: Reckitt Benckiser (India) Ltd.

Composition

• Chloroxylenol – 4.8% w/v → Primary antiseptic agent

• Terpineol → Germicidal & antiseptic

• Absolute Alcohol – 13.1% v/v → Preservative & disinfectant

• Excipients & purified water

Uses / Indications

Dettol Antiseptic Liquid is a multi-purpose antiseptic & disinfectant used for:

• First Aid: Cleansing of cuts, wounds, abrasions, insect bites & stings

• Personal Hygiene: Adding to bath water for protection against germs

• Skin Protection: For minor rashes, boils, pimples, and burns

• Household Disinfection: For cleaning floors, surfaces, laundry rinsing

• Medical Use: Widely used in hospitals for disinfecting instruments & surfaces

Mechanism of Action

• Chloroxylenol kills a broad spectrum of bacteria, fungi & some viruses by disrupting cell walls

• Provides long-lasting germ protection

• Prevents infection & promotes safe wound healing

Directions for Use

• First Aid: Dilute 1 capful of Dettol in 200 ml water, apply with clean cotton/gauze

• Bathing: Add ~5 ml (1 teaspoonful) to a bucket of bath water

• Household Cleaning: Add 1 capful in 500 ml water for disinfecting floors & surfaces

• Laundry / Shaving: Add a few drops in rinse water / shaving water

(Always dilute before use. Not for oral consumption.)

Side Effects

• Safe when diluted properly

• Possible: skin dryness, irritation, or redness in sensitive skin if used undiluted

Precautions

• External use only – do not ingest

• Avoid direct contact with eyes & mucous membranes

• Keep out of reach of children

• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight