An adverse reaction to a topical antiseptic (cetrimide).
A case of contact dermatitis due to the pre-operative preparation of the skin with 'Savlon'1 is described. Testing suggested that this was due to cetrimide. The nature of this reaction, its investigation and treatment, are discussed.
D000287:Administration, Topical; D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local / Q000009:adverse effects*; D002593:Cetrimonium Compounds / Q000009:adverse effects*; D002710:Chlorhexidine / Q000009:adverse effects; D003877:Dermatitis, Contact / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D000644:Quaternary Ammonium Compounds / Q000009:adverse effects*
D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local; D002593:Cetrimonium Compounds; D000644:Quaternary Ammonium Compounds; D002710:Chlorhexidine