Dettol First Aid Kit

Moov Pain Relief Spray (Reckitt Benckiser)

Moov Spray helps in relieving the pain and relaxes the muscles and help to recover fast. These ingredients penetrate deep inside to produce the warmth and are known for their pain relieving properties. An analgesic (or pain relieving) ointment made using 100% ayurvedic ingredients helps in relaxing muscle stiffness and relieving pain effectively. It gives a fast and long-lasting relief from muscle pain, neck, and backache and inflammation.

Key Ingredients:

• Turpentine Oil

• Nilgiri Oil

• Wintergreen Oil

• Mint Extract

• Cinnamon oil

Key Benefits:

• Reduces irritation and swelling around the affected area

• The mint leaves gives a cooling effect to the pain and treats the sore muscles and relieves joint aches

• Turpentine oil helps to relieve pain from underneath the tissue and relaxes the muscles

• Eucalyptus Oil in the moove spray provides a soothing warmth and makes it an excellent massage cream for joint pain

• Moov pain relief spray has a unique fast absorption formula that allows it work quickly and get rid of pain

• Cinnamon oil helps dilate blood vessels and decrease inflammation

Directions For Use

• Spread two pumps of moove spray on the affected area to form a thin film

• Massage gently to facilitate the penetration

Safety Information:

• Keep out of the reach and sight of children

• Read the label carefully before use

• Store in a cool dry place and away from direct sunlight

• For external use only

Dettol Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid (Reckitt Benckiser)

It is used to prevent infections caused by bacteria, fungus, and viruses. It is also used as a first-aid for cleaning wounds and scrapes, thereby lowering the risk of infections. It is dermatologically tested and recommended by the Indian Medical Association for surface cleaning and personal hygiene liquid. It is also antiseptic in nature which makes it useful to use against cuts as well and protect against microbes. 

You can also use it for household cleaning purposes. It is also used to clean floors and tiles due to its powerful disinfectant properties. Also, the presence of alcohol aids in killing the microbes such as viruses, bacteria, and fungi. It also contains certain chemicals that aid in the killing of germs on surfaces not visible to the naked eye. This process might not only clean dirty surfaces but also kills germs thereby reducing the risk of infection.

For personal hygiene, you can add a few drops of this liquid in bathing water or even use it while cleaning your feet after coming home from outside. Dettol mixed with water can also act as an effective after-shave lotion, especially to lower the risk of infection in case of cuts or bruises. 

Remember, Dettol Antiseptic Liquid is only meant for external use. Do not even use it as a mouth rinse or take it orally as it may lead to various side effects. Also, this liquid should not be used for every skin problem that you may encounter. It is strictly not recommended for people suffering from skin diseases such as eczema. Also, keep it out of reach of children to avoid any casualty. It is available in various pack sizes of 110 ml, 210 ml, and 500 ml.

Key ingredients:

Chloroxylenol (C8H9ClO)

Key benefits/uses of Dettol Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid:

• Acts as a powerful antiseptic disinfectant liquid that kills more than 100 illness-causing germs
• Provides all-round family protection against germs and has been recommended by medical professionals for generations
• Kills germs on the skin and helps protect against infection due to cuts and scratches
• Can be used as a household disinfectant on surfaces such as floors, tiles, windows, doorknobs, tables, etc.
• Works as a simple yet effective personal hygiene tool when added to bathing water as it helps to kill germs and lower your risk of infections

Directions for use:

• Add 1-2 capful of Dettol to water for household cleaning activities.
• Use a few drops of Dettol to disinfect minor wounds and scrapes.
• Add 1 capful of Dettol to water while bathing.
• Add 1 capful of Dettol to your shaving mixture for a clean shave.

Quick tips for Dettol Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid:

• This antiseptic liquid is meant for external use ONLY.
• Do not even use it as a mouth rinse or take it orally as it may lead to various side effects.
• Do not use this liquid for every skin problem that you may encounter.
• It is strictly not recommended for people suffering from skin diseases such as eczema.
• Keep it out of reach of children to avoid any casualty.

Side-effects of Dettol Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid:

When used as an antiseptic disinfectant liquid, it does not cause any side effects. When used for cuts and wounds or as an after-shave lotion, it may cause mild irritation and sting on the skin but no major side effects. However, if ingested, it can not only cause corrosion of the respiratory tract (such as oral mucosa and larynx) but also affect the gastrointestinal tract. Moreover, it can also impact the central nervous system. 
Be careful when using this liquid, especially around kids as there is a high chance that kids might drink this liquid unknowingly.

Storage and safety information:

• Read the label carefully before use.
• Keep out of the reach of the children.
• Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Use under medical supervision.

FAQs related to Dettol Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid:

Q. How do you disinfect liquid with Dettol?

If you are using Dettol for surface disinfection such as cleaning the floor, tiles, windows, or doorknobs, then you can prepare 1:20 dilution (add 1 ml of Dettol liquid to 20 ml of water). You can use this liquid to wipe down surfaces such as tables as well as nurseries. Moreover, hard surfaces such as toilets and benchtops can also be disinfected with this liquid. There is no need to rinse after using it.

Q. Does Dettol antiseptic liquid contain alcohol?

This liquid contains chloroxylenol along with other ingredients such as isopropyl alcohol, pine oil, castor oil soap, caramel coloring, and water. However, the concentration of these ingredients is very less.

Q. Can Dettol antiseptic liquid be used for bathing?

Yes, Dettol antiseptic liquid can be used for bathing. You can add a few drops of this disinfectant liquid to a bucketful of water while taking a bath. This is known to act as an antiseptic as well, thereby lowering your risk of infections. It is quite popular as a personal hygiene product in many households.

Q. What are the side effects of Dettol?

When used for personal hygiene and as an antiseptic for the skin (such as cuts and wounds or as an after-shave lotion), it may cause mild irritation and stinging on the skin. However, it usually doesn't cause any major side effects. But if taken orally or ingested by mistake, it can not only cause corrosion of the respiratory tract (such as oral mucosa and larynx) but also irritate the gastrointestinal tract. In some cases, it is also known to impact the central nervous system. 

Q. What is the difference between Dettol antiseptic and disinfectant?

Although used interchangeably, antiseptic and disinfectant have different uses. Antiseptics are usually used on the skin to kill microbes and lower your risk of infections. On the other hand, disinfectant is used on non-living things such as tables, windows, floors, or doors to kill microbes that can attack humans and increase the risk of infections.

Q. Is Dettol safe on the skin?

Yes, this antiseptic disinfectant liquid is safe for the skin when used as directed. It is known to kill germs and protect you against infections caused by cuts, scratches, and insect bites. You can also use it as a household disinfectant for laundry cleaning. 

References:

1. Dettol Disinfectant Liquid.

Dettol Medicated Plaster Washproof 1.9cm x 7.2cm (Reckitt Benckiser)