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{{Short description|A chemical compound used as an antibacterial and antifungal agent}} | |||
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'''Triclosan''' is a chemical compound with antibacterial and antifungal properties. It is a chlorinated aromatic compound, which has functional groups representative of both ethers and phenols. Phenols often show antibacterial properties. Triclosan is slightly soluble in water, but soluble in ethanol, methanol, diethyl ether, and strong bases such as sodium hydroxide. | |||
Triclosan was | ==History== | ||
Triclosan was developed in the 1960s and was first used in hospital settings as a surgical scrub. Over time, its use expanded into consumer products, including soaps, shampoos, deodorants, toothpastes, mouthwashes, and cleaning supplies. | |||
== Uses == | ==Uses== | ||
Triclosan is used in a variety of consumer products to reduce or prevent bacterial contamination. It is commonly found in personal care products such as antibacterial soaps and body washes, toothpastes, and some cosmetics. It is also used in kitchenware, furniture, clothing, and toys. | |||
Triclosan | ==Mechanism of Action== | ||
Triclosan works by inhibiting the fatty acid synthesis in bacteria, which is essential for building cell membranes. It specifically targets the enzyme enoyl-acyl carrier protein reductase, which is involved in the biosynthesis of fatty acids. | |||
== Health and Environmental Concerns == | ==Health and Environmental Concerns== | ||
There have been concerns about the potential health effects of triclosan, including its role in the development of antibiotic resistance and its potential impact on hormone regulation. Studies have shown that triclosan can disrupt endocrine function in animals, and there is ongoing research into its effects on human health. | |||
Triclosan is also a concern for the environment. It can persist in the environment and has been detected in various water sources. It can also bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms. | |||
== Regulation == | ==Regulation== | ||
In recent years, regulatory agencies have taken steps to limit the use of triclosan. In 2016, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned the use of triclosan in over-the-counter consumer antiseptic wash products, citing insufficient evidence to prove that triclosan is safe and effective for long-term daily use. | |||
==Related pages== | |||
* [[Antibacterial soap]] | * [[Antibacterial soap]] | ||
* [[Endocrine disruptor]] | * [[Endocrine disruptor]] | ||
* [[Antibiotic resistance]] | |||
==References== | |||
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[[Category: | [[Category:Antimicrobials]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Phenol ethers]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Chloroarenes]] | ||
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Triclosan is a chemical compound with antibacterial and antifungal properties. It is a chlorinated aromatic compound, which has functional groups representative of both ethers and phenols. Phenols often show antibacterial properties. Triclosan is slightly soluble in water, but soluble in ethanol, methanol, diethyl ether, and strong bases such as sodium hydroxide.
History
Triclosan was developed in the 1960s and was first used in hospital settings as a surgical scrub. Over time, its use expanded into consumer products, including soaps, shampoos, deodorants, toothpastes, mouthwashes, and cleaning supplies.
Uses
Triclosan is used in a variety of consumer products to reduce or prevent bacterial contamination. It is commonly found in personal care products such as antibacterial soaps and body washes, toothpastes, and some cosmetics. It is also used in kitchenware, furniture, clothing, and toys.
Mechanism of Action
Triclosan works by inhibiting the fatty acid synthesis in bacteria, which is essential for building cell membranes. It specifically targets the enzyme enoyl-acyl carrier protein reductase, which is involved in the biosynthesis of fatty acids.
Health and Environmental Concerns
There have been concerns about the potential health effects of triclosan, including its role in the development of antibiotic resistance and its potential impact on hormone regulation. Studies have shown that triclosan can disrupt endocrine function in animals, and there is ongoing research into its effects on human health.
Triclosan is also a concern for the environment. It can persist in the environment and has been detected in various water sources. It can also bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms.
Regulation
In recent years, regulatory agencies have taken steps to limit the use of triclosan. In 2016, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned the use of triclosan in over-the-counter consumer antiseptic wash products, citing insufficient evidence to prove that triclosan is safe and effective for long-term daily use.
