Commonly used antiseptic 'Dettol' is a mixture of
(a) o-chlorophenozylenol + terpeneol
(b) o-cresol + terpeneol
(c) phenol + terpeneol
(d) chlorozylenol + terpeneol
Answers
Dettol is a mixture of:
chlorozylenol+terpenlol
Dettol is a mixture of – the correct answer is option (a).
Explanation:
Dettol is common in most homes around the globe. It is one of the most trusted antiseptic ointment. It is skin friendly and mild to our skin. it is well known for its salient properties.
• It acts as a perfect antiseptic coating when applied to the open wound.
• It helps in preventing the germ accumulation on top of the open wound, abrasions and burns.
• It can be used directly on our skin to cover and protect living tissues.
Dettol is antiseptic in nature and so it is widely applicable on all types of cuts, wounds, burns or even infections. It is specially prepared formulation in the lab and is a good combination of Chloroxylenol and Trepineol.
So here the right option is option (a).