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Chlorhexidine gluconate is the chemical name for the veterinary drug known as Savlon.

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What is the difference between dettol and savlon?

Dettol has a stong smell and turns cloudy when poured on water, whereas savlon does not turn cloudy in water. No sting property of savlon is the key differentiator


What is the best ointments for cuts?

Savlon Germoline Iodine


What is the use of savlon in first aid kit?

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Does savlon work on nat bites?

Savlon does work on gnat bites. It's antisceptic so it should disinfect it too and reduce the risk of it getting bigger. Read the label. It should tell you if it helps with bites or not if you want to check to make sure.


Patient is allergic to iodine and needs a foley catheter. What antiseptic can we substitution for betadine when inserting a foley catheter?

savlon


What are ways to get rid of a rash?

Often when I have a rash I use savlon cream on it and take an antihistamine like Claratyne or something.


When to use savlon and when not to?

Savlon can be used to clean and disinfect minor wounds, cuts, and grazes to prevent infection. It should not be used on deep wounds, puncture wounds, or burns without medical advice. Avoid using it on large areas of broken skin or if you are allergic to its ingredients.


Can you use savlon after the expiry date?

Yes. Rest assured it is quite safe. Only that it may be less potent/effective however.


Can you put savlon on your cat?

no because it gives them a illness a callled "Synarothies"


How do you treat sun blisters on lips?

Get some ointment from a store..might i suggest walmart.


What is an alternate to 'Johnson and Johnson First Aid Cream'?

Savlon could be used, this is an antiseptic cream used on cuts, grazes, burns, sunscreen etc


What is the best treatment for gnat bites?

Savlon Cream or E45 cream. Cools the stings and makes the swelling go down.