Frequently Asked Questions

Savlon Antiseptic Cream and Savlon Scar Prevention Gel are suitable for use on children. Savlon Antiseptic and Pain Relief Gel and Savlon Bites & Stings Pain Relief Gel are suitable for children aged 12+.

No, all Savlon products are strictly for external use only and should not be used internally. Avoid contact with the eyes, middle ear, meninges and other nervous tissue.

Savlon is a first aid treatment for minor wounds, burns and skin reactions. Our range of products can be used to help prevent infection in cuts, grazes, burns, scalds, shaving cuts, blisters, sores, insect bites and stings, chapped skin and spots.

Savlon Bites & Stings Gel is not suitable for use on animal bites such as dog or cat bites but is an effective treatment for insect bites and stings, such as gnat bites or bee stings. If you have been bitten by an animal, please seek medical advice from your GP or local emergency department.

Savlon Bites & Stings Pain Relief Gel and Savlon Antiseptic and Pain Relief Gel can be effective in the treatment of pain as they contain anaesthetic to help relieve pain from minor wounds, burns and insect bites and stings.

Savlon Scar Prevention Gel contains hydro-active colloid gel to create optimal healing conditions to support the skins healing process and helps to reduce the likelihood of scarring.