Triclosan is an antibacterial and anti-fungal agent that slows or stops the growth of
germs such as bacteria and mildew.
Triclosan is safely used as a material preservative in many commercial and
institutional cleaning and personal hygiene products to prevent bacterial
contamination of the product.
Triclosan is widely used as an antimicrobial ingredient in surgical hand scrubs and
hand washes in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
In toothpaste, triclosan can help combat the bacteria that cause gingivitis.
Triclosan is found in over-the-counter consumer antiseptic products such as hand
wipes, rubs or gels, which can be used to clean hands when water is unavailable.
Use Triclosan after meals, it may affect the taste of foods and beverages.
For maximum effectiveness avoid rinsing mouth (with water or any other
mouthwash), brushing teeth, eating or drinking for 30 minutes after using the
Triclosan.
Triclosan may cause permanent discolouration of some tooth fillings. To minimize
discolouration, brush and floss daily, focussing on the areas which begin to
discolour.
Do not mix/dilute Triclosan with any other product.