TCP (antiseptic)

Image:TCPLiquid200.jpg TCP is a mild antiseptic, produced and sold in the United Kingdomby Pfizer. The brand name comes from its chemical name, which is trichlorophenylmethyliodisalicyl. The liquid form of TCP is probably the most well-known brand of antiseptic in the UK, and its distinctive sweet, medicinal odourcan be identified by many as the generic smell of antiseptic.

Forms

TCP is available in 50ml, 100ml, 200ml and 500ml bottles as a clearyellowliquid. It is also available as a cream and as throat lozenges.

Uses

Note: Wikipedia is not a doctor. If symptoms persist, consult a physician.

The instructions on the TCP bottle say that TCP can be used on the following conditions:

• Sore throats - Gargle a solution of TCP with 5 parts water twice a day. Do not swallow.
• Mouth ulcers - Dab undiluted three times a day.
• Cuts, grazes, bitesand stings - Dilute 1 part TCP with 1 part water and apply freely. (TCP may be used undiluted in an emergency).
• Boils, spotsand pimples - Dab undiluted once every four hours.

TCP can also be used as a mouthwashwhen diluted, and can also be used as a general disinfectant. Certain sources suggest that when diluted it can be used as a vaginal douche, although the safety of this has not been fully ascertained.

Precautions

Care should be taken not to swallow large amounts of TCP as it may have an adverse effect on the kidneys. However, swallowing tiny amounts will probably be harmless. If you start to feel unwell after using TCP, see a medical practitioner immediately.

Ingredients

TCP Liquid's active ingredients are halogenated phenolsand phenol. It also contains glycerol, concentrated phosphoric acid, E104(quinoline yellow) and water.

External links

• TCP datasheet

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