Triclosan
Active ingredient · 2 therapeutic classes
Sold as Keystone · TRICLOSEPTIC · EcoCare 250 · BACTI-STAT AE · ZEROLATUM PLUS
- Drug class
- Phenol and Derivatives
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Topical, Topical (Household)
- Markets covered
- 3
- Products on record
- 14
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 131
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Triclosan is an active ingredient classified as a phenol and derivative [1]. It is approved for use in handwashing products to reduce the presence of bacteria on the skin [1].
This ingredient can be found in various consumer products. Examples of brand names that have included Triclosan are Keystone and EcoCare 250 [1]. In the past 12 months, there have been 131 adverse event reports associated with Triclosan [2]. The most frequently reported reactions include Irritable Bowel Syndrome, decreased joint range of motion, joint stiffness, joint dislocation, and weight increase [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 2 | March 21, 2024 |
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 2 | December 19, 2025 |
| CA Canada | Health Canada | 10 | March 22, 2025 |
USUnited States· FDA
2 products
Uses
Uses for handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin
How to take
GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
2 products
Uses
ATC Code:
DO2A For the prophylactic treatment of eczemas at risk from infection.
How to take
CACanada· Health Canada
10 products
10 products on record with this regulator. Detailed label text (uses, dosage, side effects) is being ingested — the original document is linked under Sources [3].
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 0e7ccbbe-0cda-4d… · revised March 18, 2024 [PDF]
- [2]MHRA (UK) · PL002400426 · revised July 25, 2025
- [3]Health Canada (DPD) · 00266507 · revised March 22, 2025
- [4]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
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