<p>It is bactericidal against most gram-positive bacteria. Chloroxylenol is used in hospitals and households for disinfection and sanitation. It is also commonly used in&nbsp;antibacterial soaps, wound-cleansing applications and household antiseptics such as Dettol liquid (to which it contributes its distinctive odor), cream and ointments.&nbsp;<br />
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Triclosan, a chlorinated bisphenol antiseptic, is active against fungi, gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.</p>