Savlon
Savlon is a brand of antiseptic products designed to kill harmful bacteria and prevent infection. The brand is owned by ITC Limited, a multi-business conglomerate based in Kolkata, India. Savlon's product range includes antiseptic liquids, soaps, and wound dressings, among others.
History[edit | edit source]
Savlon was first introduced in the United Kingdom in 1962 by Imperial Chemical Industries (ICI). The brand was later acquired by Johnson & Johnson, an American multinational corporation, who expanded its presence globally. In 2015, ITC Limited acquired Savlon from Johnson & Johnson.
Products[edit | edit source]
Savlon's product range is designed to offer protection against a broad spectrum of bacteria. The products are categorized into personal care and professional care.
Personal Care[edit | edit source]
The personal care range includes the Savlon Antiseptic Liquid, Savlon Soap, and Savlon Handwash. These products are used for daily hygiene to protect against bacteria and help prevent infection.
Professional Care[edit | edit source]
The professional care range includes products like Savlon Wound Wash, Savlon Dry Spray, and Savlon Wound Dressings. These are used in healthcare settings for wound care and infection prevention.
Active Ingredients[edit | edit source]
The active ingredients in Savlon products are Cetrimide and Chlorhexidine Gluconate, both of which are antiseptics. Cetrimide is a powerful detergent that can kill a wide range of bacteria, while Chlorhexidine Gluconate is effective against a variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeasts, and viruses.
Usage and Precautions[edit | edit source]
Savlon products are for external use only and should not be ingested or used in the eyes or ears unless directed by a healthcare professional. It is also important to test for skin sensitivity before using Savlon products, as some individuals may have an allergic reaction to the active ingredients.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Antiseptic
- Cetrimide
- Chlorhexidine Gluconate
- ITC Limited
- Johnson & Johnson
- Imperial Chemical Industries
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