Savlon

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Savlon is an antiseptic brand that contains two antiseptics, cetrimide and chlorhexidine gluconate. These agents were discovered and first developed by Imperial Chemical Industries (ICI).[1] On May 22, 1992 Johnson & Johnson announced that it has acquired Savlon OTC brands from ICI.[2]

FMCG-to-tobacco-to-hotels giant ITC acquires Savlon along with Shower To Shower brands from Johnson & Johnson in India.[3]

It is used as a 1-3 % solution for cleaning road side accident wounds.[4]

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