Rapid Alert
| Unregistered Antiseptic Product “Zetol (Chloroxylenol) Germ Protection Liquid” |
| DRAP Alert No | No I/S/02-26-04 |
| Action Date | 18 February, 2026 |
| Target Audience | 1. Regulatory Field Force of DRAP and Provincial Drug Control departments. 2. Healthcare Professionals 3. Pharmacies and medical stores |
| Problem Statement | Drug Testing Laboratory, Punjab informed that samples of the below-mentioned products have been found unregistered and declared Substandard and Misbranded under the Drugs Act, 1976 and Drugs (Labeling & Packing) Rules, 1986. |
Following product is being marketed and sold in Pakistan without prior registration/enlistment with the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP)
| Product Name | Manufacturer | Label Claim |
| Zetol Contains: Chloroxylenol Pack Size: 100 ml, 1 Liter Germ Protection Liquid / Antiseptic Liquid | UNCUS BROTHERS Address: 23 KM Multan Road, Lahore | Effective Protection against Germs that cause Infection” |
| Risk Statement | Use of the unregistered antiseptic product “Zetol (Chloroxylenol) Germ Protection Liquid” may pose a potential risk to public health, as it has not been evaluated or approved by DRAP for its quality, safety, and efficacy. The product contains an active antiseptic substance (Chloroxylenol) and is being marketed with infection-prevention claims without regulatory authorization. Furthermore, its presentation closely resembles an already registered antiseptic brand (Dettol), which may mislead consumers and increase the risk of inappropriate use of an unregulated product. Therefore, continued distribution and use of this product may result in: exposure to substandard or contaminated formulations misleading therapeutic claims consumer deception and confusion potential adverse skin reactions or ineffective infection control. |
| Action Initiated | · Provincial Drug Control Authorities and DRAP Field Forces have been directed to initiate immediate enforcement action, including market surveillance, seizure, and recall of the affected batch. · Further regulatory action is being taken in accordance with applicable laws. |
| Advice for Healthcare Professionals | Healthcare professionals, pharmacists, and healthcare institutions are advised to: · Not recommend, prescribe, dispense, or use the unregistered antiseptic product “Zetol (Chloroxylenol) Germ Protection Liquid” in any clinical or household setting. · Ensure that only DRAP registered/enlisted antiseptic and disinfectant products are procured and supplied to patients and the general public. · Be vigilant for any adverse skin reactions, irritation, or lack of expected antiseptic effect associated with the use of this product and report such events through the Pharmacovigilance/Vigilance system. Any adverse events or quality problems experienced with the use of these products should be reported to National or Provincial pharmacovigilance centers using Adverse Event Reporting Form or online through this link. Further information on reporting problems to DRAP is available on this link. |
| Advice for Consumers | Consumers are advised to: · Stop using the unregistered antiseptic product “Zetol (Chloroxylenol) Germ Protection Liquid” immediately. · Do not purchase or rely on this product for infection prevention, as it has not been evaluated or approved by DRAP for quality, safety, or effectiveness. · Be cautious of products that closely resemble well-known registered brands (such as Dettol), as such resemblance may be misleading. · If you have experienced any skin irritation, allergic reaction, or other adverse effects after using this product, consult a healthcare professional and report the event to the relevant health authorities. · Purchase antiseptic and disinfectant products only from reputable sources and ensure they are registered/enlisted with DRAP. |