Patient leaflet - Dettol liquid, Dettol Antiseptic Disinfectant 4.8% w/v concentrate for cutaneous solution
1. DETTOL LIQUID
Dettol Liquid is an effective concentrated antiseptic solution that kills bacteria and provides protection against germs which can cause infection and illness. It can be used for antiseptic cleansing of minor wounds caused by cuts, bites, grazes, insect stings and for personal hygiene.
2. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU USE DETTOL LIQUID
For external use only.
Do not swallow.
Do not use on eczema or similar skin conditions.
Do not use if you are allergic to Chloroxylenol or any of the ingredients. Do not use after the expiry date printed on the bottle.
Not recommended for use around cats.
This medicine contains a fragrance with trace amounts of benzyl alcohol and d-limonene.
Benzyl alcohol may cause mild local irritation. Dettol Liquid contains fragrance with d-limonene and benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions.
Pregnancy & Breast feeding: This product can be used during pregnancy. Application of the product to the breast is not recommended during breast feeding.
3. HOW TO USE DETTOL LIQUID
Do not use undiluted.
FOR WOUND CLEANING:
Wash the affected area with one large spoonful (12.5ml) of Dettol Liquid diluted to a half pint (1/4 litre) of water.
Cover with a dry gauze or lint.
PERSONAL HYGIENE:
Douching (when medically advised): 2 teaspoonfuls in 2 pints of warm water. Dandruff: 1 tablespoon to 1 pint of warm water. Pour over scalp, leave for 10mins before shampooing.
Spots and pimples: 1 tablespoonful in half pint of warm water. Bathe
affected area daily.
Do not use around eyes, ear, nose or mouth. If swallowed, wash out mouth and drink plenty of water or milk. If contact is made with the eyes, nose or mouth, wash them thoroughly with cold water. In both cases, consult your doctor and take this bottle with you.
4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side-effects, although not everybody gets them. Side-effects may include hypersensitivity, skin sensitisation or discolouration, contact dermatitis or burn on application site.
Reporting of side effects:
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. HOW TO STORE DETTOL LIQUID
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
6. FURTHER INFORMATION
Dettol Liquid contains Chloroxylenol 4.8%w/v as the active substance and also pine oil (contains d-limonene and benzyl alcohol), isopropyl alcohol, castor oil, caustic soda solution, caramel, water.
Dettol Liquid is a clear amber liquid. Once diluted in water it becomes a milky white solution. It is available in bottles of 125ml, 250ml, 500ml, 750ml and 4l.
Licence holder: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Limited
Slough, SL1 3UH
United Kingdom
Manufacturer: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd, Dansom Lane, Hull, HU8 7DS., UK
PL 00063/0766