Can u drink Dettol?

After ingestion, Dettol liquid (4.8% chloroxylenol, pine oil, isopropyl, alcohol), a common household disinfectant, can cause central nervous system depression and corrosion of the oral mucosa, larynx and the gastrointestinal tract.
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Is Dettol poisonous to humans?

Dettol is a widely used household disinfectant, described on the label as non-poisonous. Serious poisoning is rare, though deaths have been reported in adults. In one study of 687 cases of Dettol ingestion there were 3 deaths.
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What do you do if you get Dettol in your mouth?

You must wash your mouth thoroughly with plenty of water and seek the opinion of a dentist and a physician always better. Not to worry the taste sensation will resume soon.
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Can I use Dettol as a mouthwash?

Dettol is toxic so never ever put it in your mouth. It is poison, if you ingested it then you should go to nearest hospital . Dettol is not meant of oral use.
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Does Dettol have alcohol?

Dettol Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid

Chloroxylenol comprises 4.9 total admixture, with the rest made up of pine oil, isopropanol, castor oil, soap and water. Circa 1978, "household Dettol" contained chloroxylenol (48 g/L), terpineol, and ethyl alcohol.
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Don’t Drink Dettol! A Doctor's Warning



Does Dettol help for diarrhea?

Diarrhea can be easily controlled by washing our hands with Dettol Liquid Handwash after going to the toilet and before preparing/eating food with.
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Does Dettol clear pimples?

Dettol Antiseptic Soap For Pimples

Unfortunately, it does not cure pimples. It is not effective. You can make a foam in the morning and apply it to the affected skin. It helps clear it off gradually after some time.
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Is Dettol safe for face?

Absolutely. Dettol Liquid Original is an antibacterial product that can be used on skin.
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Can I use Dettol to wash my private part?

Do not use soap between the labia, i.e. near the vaginal opening; simply rinse this area with clean water. If you prefer to have a bath, avoid adding any soap products to the water if you are prone to vaginal infections and never use any antibacterial products (e.g. Dettol).
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Is bathing with Dettol good?

One should mix few drops of an antiseptic liquid like Dettol Antiseptic Liquid in bathing water. Antiseptic liquids not only kills bacteria on the skin but also kills bacteria that are in the water.
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Can Dettol stop itching?

Dettol and salt water will help with a skin infection and also sterilise the skin. This combination will have no beneficial impact on allergies. Antihistamine tablets help with skin allergies and occasionally a low dose steroid cream (1% Hydrocortisone) may be beneficial.
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Does Dettol make skin lighter?

Does Dettol Even Tone Soap Lighten The Skin? No, it doesn't lighten the skin.
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Does Dettol dry skin?

No classic DETTOL Smell and no dry skin from using it. This product is truly moisturizing and kills germs. The lather is thick and lux.
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Can you drink Dettol and milk?

Do not use undiluted on your skin as severe irritation may occur DO NOT SWALLOW. WARNINGS AND SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS: If contact is made with eyes, wash thoroughly with cold water and seek medical advice immediately. If accidentally swallowed, wash out mouth and drink plenty of water or milk.
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How can diarrhea be spread?

Diarrhoea is usually a symptom of an infection in the intestinal tract, which can be caused by a variety of bacterial, viral and parasitic organisms. Infection is spread through contaminated food or drinking-water, or from person-to-person as a result of poor hygiene.
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Is Dettol good for hair?

For dandruff: one tablespoonful of Dettol diluted in one pint of warm water. Saturate hair and scalp for 10 minutes, then shampoo. For spots and pimples: bathe the affected area daily with one tablespoonful of Dettol diluted in half a pint of warm water (not for eczematous conditions). For external use only.
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Is Dettol a bleach?

Do Dettol products contain bleach? Yes, some Dettol products such as our Mould & Mildew Spray contain bleach. However, most of our products do not contain bleach.
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Can I use Dettol for yeast infection?

It is effective against gram positive/negative bacteria, fungi, yeast, mildew and even the frightening "super-bug" MRSA. It is able to kill 98% of microbes in just 15 seconds as shown in agar patch studies.
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Can we use Dettol in hot water?

More ways to use this product…

One tablespoonful of Dettol diluted in one pint of warm water. Saturate hair and scalp for 10 minutes, then shampoo. For spots and pimples: Bathe the affected area daily with one tablespoonful of Dettol diluted in half a pint of warm water (not for eczematous conditions).
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What are the side effects of Dettol?

Topical application of undiluted chloroxylenol can cause skin burning. Symptoms reported include corrosion of the oral mucosa, larynx, and the gastrointestinal tract, bradycardia, hypotension, and renal failure. Large amounts may cause CNS depression.
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Is Dettol good for eczema?

caused by cuts, bites, grazes, insect stings; for dandruff, spots and pimples and if medically advised, for personal hygiene. Do not use Dettol Liquid • on eczema or similar dry skin conditions • if you are allergic to chloroxylenol or any of the other ingredients • after the expiry date printed on the bottle.
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Is Dettol good for Virgina?

Never use antiseptics (such as Dettol or Savlon) in the bath water and/or to wash the genital area.
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What does it mean when the inside of your virgin is itching?

This could happen for several reasons, including an infection, a change in hormones, or antibiotic use. It could also be because of a reaction you have to something that comes into contact with your vulva or vagina. There are three common types of vaginal infections that cause vaginitis. Yeast infection.
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Can I use salt water to wash my private part?

Plain salt is too strong to be rubbed on the vagina. You can enjoy its benefits by diluting a bit of it in salty water and using the water to cleanse. If you have a bath, add some salt into your bath water. Make sure that you do not have any sores or bruises in your genital areas as the salt can sting.
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Why does Dettol smell so good?

Dettol is one of those chemicals which we instantly recognise by its distinctive smell. It is an aromatic compound derived from phenol, which contains a significant chlorine atom, helping us in our continuous fight against unwanted bacteria.
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