Dr. Tichenor's Antiseptic Mouthwash Concentrated Formula (2006 formulation) || Skin Deep: Cosmetic Safety Reviews

DR. TICHENOR'S ANTISEPTIC MOUTHWASH CONCENTRATED FORMULA (2006 FORMULATION)

last updated: 05/01/06 brand: Dr. Tichenor's by Dr. G.H. Tichenor Antiseptic Co.

SCORE

low hazard (out of 10)

80%

data gap

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14% of breath fresheners have lower concerns
10% of mouthwashs have lower concerns

COMPANY POLICIES

Compact for Safe Cosmetics
Non-signer: This company has not signed the Compact.

Animal Testing Policy
This company's animal testing policy is unknown.

Given the incomplete information made available by companies and the government, EWG provides additional information on personal care product ingredients from the published scientific literature. The chart below indicates that research studies have found that exposure to one or more ingredients in this product -- not the product itself -- caused the indicated health effect(s) in the studies reviewed by Skin Deep researchers. Actual health risks, if any, will vary based on the level of exposure to the ingredient and individual susceptibility -- information not available in Skin Deep.

Ingredients in this product are linked to:
	Cancer
	Developmental/reproductive toxicity
	Violations, restrictions & warnings
	Allergies/immunotoxicity
	Other concerns for ingredients used in this product: Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Enhanced skin absorption, Contamination concerns

Ingredients from packaging: ACTIVE INGREDIENTS ALCOHOL SDA 38B 70% INGREDIENTS OIL OF PEPPERMINT, ARNICA

Directions from packaging: + Mouthwash-Gargle: + Do not use full strength as mouthwash. + Dilute with 5 parts water and use as needed to provide: + Long lasting breath refreshment. + Temporary, soothing relief of minor sore throat irritation. + First Aid Antiseptic: + Clean affected area. Apply small amount of product on area 1 to 3 times daily. May be covered with a sterile bandage. If bandaged, let dry first.

Warnings from packaging: Do not use if imprinted seal around neck is broken or missing. Do not use in eyes or over large areas of body. In case of deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns, consult a doctor. Flammable, keep away from fire or flame. Keep this and all medications out of reach of children. In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

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ingredients

	score	data gap	concerns
SD ALCOHOL 38B ALCOHOL SDA 38B (Active Ingredient)	4	81%	Cancer, Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Enhanced skin absorption
MENTHA PIPERITA (PEPPERMINT) OIL OIL OF PEPPERMINT	3	73%	Enhanced skin absorption, Contamination concerns (LIMONENE, MENTHOL, MENTHONE)
ARNICA MONTANA	2	90%	Allergies/immunotoxicity

Cancer*

*This table includes all possible cancer concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.

type of concern	product conditions	ingredient(s)
One or more in vitro tests non-mammalian cells show positive mutation results		MENTHA PIPERITA (PEPPERMINT) OIL
Cancer - limited evidence		SD ALCOHOL 38B

Developmental/reproductive toxicity*

*This table includes all possible developmental/reproductive toxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.

type of concern	product conditions	ingredient(s)
Limited evidence of developmental toxicity		SD ALCOHOL 38B

Violations, restrictions & warnings*

*This table includes all possible violations, restrictions & warnings concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.

type of concern	product conditions	ingredient(s)
Determined safe for use in cosmetics, subject to concentration or use limitations - Safe for use in cosmetics with some qualifications		MENTHA PIPERITA (PEPPERMINT) OIL

Neurotoxicity*

*This table includes all possible neurotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.

type of concern	product conditions	ingredient(s)
nervous system - weight of evidence unknown/unassessed/unreview: published lit review or major tox study		SD ALCOHOL 38B
One or more animal studies show brain and nervous system effects at moderate doses		MENTHA PIPERITA (PEPPERMINT) OIL

Allergies/immunotoxicity*

*This table includes all possible allergies/immunotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.

type of concern	product conditions	ingredient(s)
Human skin toxicant - strong evidence		ARNICA MONTANA

Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)*

*This table includes all possible organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.

type of concern	product conditions	ingredient(s)
One or more animal studies show broad systemic effects at high doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient)		MENTHA PIPERITA (PEPPERMINT) OIL
Limited evidence of sense organ toxicity		SD ALCOHOL 38B

Multiple, additive exposure sources*

*This table includes all possible multiple, additive exposure sources concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.

type of concern	product conditions	ingredient(s)
Designated as safe for general or specific, limited use in food		MENTHA PIPERITA (PEPPERMINT) OIL
Used in food or as an additive with limited or no toxicity information available		SD ALCOHOL 38B
Low human health concern based on exposure and toxicity		MENTHA PIPERITA (PEPPERMINT) OIL

Data gaps*

*This table includes all possible data gaps concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.

type of concern	product conditions	ingredient(s)
Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel		SD ALCOHOL 38B, ARNICA MONTANA

Occupational hazards*

*This table includes all possible occupational hazards concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.

type of concern

product conditions

ingredient(s)