Dettol antiseptic spray:
(benzalkonium chloride)
cutaneous spray, solution
For external use only!
Important information about some of the ingredients Dettol 0.2% antiseptic spray
This product contains benzalkonium chloride 2.0 mg / ml as drug and propylene glycol which may cause skin irritation.
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without a prescription. However, you still need to use 0.2% of Dettol antiseptic spray carefully to get the best results.
– Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
– If you need more information or advice, ask your pharmacist.
– If your symptoms get worse or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen within 5 days, you should contact a doctor.
Uses of Dettol antiseptic spray:
Dettol 0.2% antiseptic spray is used to clean fresh minor injuries and destruction of common bacteria that infect small wounds. This product is not designed to improve the healing of wounds or be used for enhancing wound. It must not be worn on large wounds and severe injuries and is intended only for rare localized and short-term use. Should be consumed only once every 24 hours.
It is ready to use and does not need to be diluted.
HOW TO USE Dettol antiseptic spray:
Unless your doctor has told you otherwise, always use 0.2% of Dettol antiseptic spray precisely follow the instructions below. If you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist
For external use only.
Before first use, check for a broken safety seal around the cap. The first use or after long periods of non-use it may be necessary to activate the spray, by several times sprayed on a handkerchief or similar substance in order to ensure that the injured site is applied full dose.
In adults and children older than 6 years: For every wound, apply a dose (1-2 puffs) once and leave for five minutes. If it is necessary to remove excess liquid with a clean handkerchief or cotton swab.
For children aged 1-6 years: If you have any doubts, please, before using the product, contact your doctor or pharmacist. For every wound, apply a dose (1 puff) only once (for one use can treat up to four wounds) and allow five minutes to work. If it is necessary to remove excess liquid with a clean handkerchief or cotton swab.
Apply the spray from a distance of 4-15 cm. Do not breathe.
Soap can cancel the effect of the spray, so use it to wash wounds treated with plant Dettol antiseptic spray 0.2%.
If the wound re-opened, the product can be applied again, but should not be used long term.
May be used once every 24 hours, for a maximum of 3-5 days.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, or if you have any doubts about your symptoms, please consult a health care professional.
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS:
Like all medicines, 0.2% of Dettol antiseptic spray can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
After cleaning minor wounds, very rare side effects (affects less than 1 in 10,000 people) which include itching, rash, skin irritation, skin burning sensation, swelling, discoloration of the skin or redness of the skin. There may be a response at the place of use of such cracking. If you get such reactions occur, immediately discontinue use of product and consult your doctor or pharmacist. If you suffer from eczema, it can impair use of the product. It has been reported losing hair.
If any of the side effects persist, if any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
