Mouth and throat infections, Oral hygiene
Adult: As 1% solution: Rinse or gargle 10 mL undiluted solution with an equal volume of warm water for 30 seconds 4 times daily for up to 14 days, or as directed.
Child: As 1% solution: >6 years Same as adult dose.
Child: As 1% solution: >6 years Same as adult dose.
Ophthalmic
Prophylaxis of ocular infection following surgical procedures
Adult: As 5% solution: Instill 2-3 drops onto affected eye(s), leave for 2 minutes then rinse off with 0.9% Na chloride solution.
Topical/Cutaneous
Acne vulgaris
Adult: As 4% solution: Apply bid directly or with moistened sponge unto affected area, leave for 3-5 minutes then rinse off with water.
Child: As 4% solution: >2 years Same as adult dose.
Child: As 4% solution: >2 years Same as adult dose.
Topical/Cutaneous
Pyoderma, Seborrhoeic dermatitis
Adult: As 4% shampoo: Apply 2-3 capfuls in wet scalp, rinse and repeat application, lather with a warm water. Repeat procedure once weekly until desired improvement achieved.
Child: As 4% shampoo: 2-12 years Apply 1-2 capfuls in wet scalp, rinse and repeat application, lather with a warm water. Repeat procedure once weekly until desired improvement achieved. >12 years Same as adult dose.
Child: As 4% shampoo: 2-12 years Apply 1-2 capfuls in wet scalp, rinse and repeat application, lather with a warm water. Repeat procedure once weekly until desired improvement achieved. >12 years Same as adult dose.
Topical/Cutaneous
Antiseptic
Adult: As 5-10% solution, 10% gel, 10% ointment, or 10 % aerosol spray: Apply as directed.
Child: As 5-10% solution, 10% gel or 10% ointment: Same as adult dose. As 10% aerosol spray: ≥2 years Same as adult dose.
Child: As 5-10% solution, 10% gel or 10% ointment: Same as adult dose. As 10% aerosol spray: ≥2 years Same as adult dose.
Vaginal
Vaginal irritation
Adult: As 0.3% douche: Insert 0.3% solution once daily for 5-7 days.