Dettol Antiseptic Liquid

Liquid · Reckitt
USUALLY SOLD WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION

Dettol Antiseptic Liquid is a liquid made by Reckitt that contains Chloroxylenol 4.8%. Chloroxylenol is a antiseptic: kills germs on skin, cuts and surfaces when diluted.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Chloroxylenol4.8%

What it is used for

Kills germs on skin, cuts and surfaces when diluted.

How it works

The antiseptic in Dettol-type liquids, used diluted to clean skin, cuts and surfaces.

How to take it

Always dilute as the label says; undiluted liquid can burn the skin.

Common side effects

Skin irritation or dryness

Get medical help straight away if

  • Anyone swallows it
  • Burns from undiluted use

Be careful

Dilute before use on skin; do not swallow.

Other medicines and interactions

No important medicine interactions.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

No known concern for diluted skin use.

Common questions

What is Dettol Antiseptic Liquid?

Dettol Antiseptic Liquid is a liquid by Reckitt containing Chloroxylenol 4.8%.

What is Dettol Antiseptic Liquid used for?

Kills germs on skin, cuts and surfaces when diluted.

How should I take Dettol Antiseptic Liquid?

Always dilute as the label says; undiluted liquid can burn the skin. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Dettol Antiseptic Liquid?

Common side effects include: Skin irritation or dryness. Get medical help straight away for: Anyone swallows it, burns from undiluted use.

Does Dettol Antiseptic Liquid need a prescription?

It is usually sold without a prescription in India, but ask a pharmacist if you take other medicines or have a long-term illness.

Can I take Dettol Antiseptic Liquid in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

No known concern for diluted skin use.

What are the substitutes for Dettol Antiseptic Liquid?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.