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Savlon Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid

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Product introduction

Savlon Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of wound infection. It has antimicrobial action on the infections. It kills and inhibits the growth of bacteria thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, or any break in the skin from getting infected.

Savlon Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid is strictly advised for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Apply it only on the affected areas of the skin. In case your eyes or mouth get exposed to this medicine accidentally, wash them thoroughly with water.

This medicine is generally safe, but it may lead to skin irritation at the site of application. If you experience any allergic reactions following the use of the medicine, let your doctor know.

Uses of Savlon Liquid

  • Treatment of Wound infection

Benefits of Savlon Liquid

In Treatment of Wound infection

Savlon Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid is an antiseptic that is used for cleansing and disinfecting the wounds. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes, thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, or any break in the skin from getting infected. It also reduces pain, swelling and redness at the wound site. Keep the affected area clean and use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Savlon Liquid

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Savlon

  • Skin irritation

How to use Savlon Liquid

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.

How Savlon Liquid works

Savlon Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid is a combination of two antiseptics: Cetrimide and Chlorhexidine Gluconate. They kill infectious microorganisms and effectively clean out cuts and wounds.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Savlon Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Savlon Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Savlon Liquid?

If you miss a dose of Savlon Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Savlon Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid is used in treating wound infection.
  • Wash your hands before and after applying Savlon Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid.
  • Clean the wound and skin around it as soon as it happens. Use cool boiled water, or drinking-quality water.
  • Apply the medicine, do not put any bandage or dressing unless advised by the doctor.
  • Keep a close eye on the wound and seek medical advice if you think infection is developing.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA

Patient concerns

I had an accident with my bike and had scratch on my knee, kindly suggest me the medicines
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Get TT injection and clean the wound with savlon and apply Ointment Betadine
3 DAYS BACK I MET WITH AN ACCIDENT AND GOT SOME WOUNDS ON MY KNEE AND ANKLE. IN X RAY REPORT EVERYTHING IS FINE. PLEASE SUGGEST BEST OINTMENT TO HEAL MY WOUNDS AS FAST AS POSSIBLE. CURRENTLY USING BETADINE BUT VERY SLOW REOVERY PLZ SUGGEST
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Betadine is fine. clean the wound with savlon before and use sterile dressings

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References

  1. Fox LP, Merk HF, Bickers DR. Dermatological Pharmacology. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1679-1706.
  2. Chambers HF, Deck DH. Miscellaneous Antimicrobial Agents; Disinfectants, Antiseptics, & Sterilants. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ (Editors). Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 877-884.
  3. Cetrimide. Huddersfield, West Yorks: Thornton & Ross Ltd.; 2010 [revised 24 Nov. 2014]. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. Chlorhexidine Gluconate. Willowbrook, Illinois: AVA, Inc. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Manufacturer details

Name: Alliance Formulations
Address: 30B 31 32, EPIP, Phase 1, Jharmajri Baddi , 173205 Distt. Solan Himachal Pardesh

Marketer details

Name: ITC ltd
Address: ITC Ltd, 37 J.L Nehru Road Kolkata - 700 071
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2027

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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