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Are there triclosan-free antibiotic soaps?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes, sort of: Soaps without triclosan are "antibacterial" because washing with soap takes the dirt & germs off of one's skin, rinsing everything away with warm water from the faucet. Adding triclosan doesn't give additional benefit over using plain soaps, but does send a lot of triclosan chemical into our environment. If "mrsa bacteria" is causing infections, a doctor can give special instructions on bathing.
Answered 7/20/2012
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Yes: Search the internet for specific triclosan-free soaps. Or you can even ask your doctor for specific handouts and recommendations where to find this information. Tru-test can also be used for information.
Answered 11/26/2013
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