Savlon ointment

Methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218) and propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216):May cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed). Chlorhexidine which is known to induce hypersensitivity , including generalised allergic reactions and anaphylactic shock. Propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216) 0. For full list of excipients, see section 6. They are also used in first aid to clean wounds and prevent infections.

Commonly sold as an antiseptic liqui the product range also includes hygiene soaps and aqueous cream. Antiseptic Creams at Walgreens. It reduces swelling and itching, and soothes the area, which is perfect for an area of raw and irritated skin.

It also preserves the colour perfectly and reduces scabbing. Be sure to choose the ointment (you can get this from chemists or most supermarkets) and not the gel. For some reason the ointment works better, and the gel dries it out. When I cracked the lid and squeezed the tube, it sprayed like a weeks worth of seminal fluid - with the same consistency and colour.

It offers all-round cleansing protect against 1diseases.

It used to treat cuts and grazes, bites and stings, and minor burns. Cetostearyl alcohol may cause local skin reactions and Parahydroxybenzoates may cause allergic reactions. It can also be used as an antiseptic hand cream, on blisters and sores, chapped skin, nappy rash, spots or sunburn. It is written for patients and gives information about taking or using a medicine. It is possible that the leaflet in your medicine pack may differ from this version because it may have been updated since your medicine was packaged.

For application to minor wounds and burns, and in skin infections, blisters, and napkin rash. If applied too frequently, it could cause an irritant effect. It helps prevent infection, cleans the wound and aids natural healing.

Ideally applied using cotton wool, it gets to work fast on the affected area for a fast and speedy recovery. Germolene presenting a higher zone. Savlon has a concentration of 0. An overall good cream to use for irritated skin. How to take it The way to take this medicine is: Topical. No: Main component of savlon is cetrimide which is an antiseptic.

On the other hand neosporin is an antibiotic which is effective against infection. It is the best antiseptic cream for cuts, bruises, and insect bites.

I have used savlon antiseptic cream for many years. Easy to apply, smells ok too. My mother-in-law would bring a few tubes over from England each time she came for a visit and I always had it on hand for our three children and ourselves. It markets the Dettol brand in Canada but not the US.

Lots of conflicting advice on the net about whether either cream is ok.