FDA rule bans certain antibacterial soaps

September 6, 2016 by Chain Drug Review antibacterial hand and body wash products, antiseptic soaps, FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, Food and Drug Administration, Janet Woodcock, Theresa Michele, triclocarban, triclosan Leading Headlines, Supplier News

WASHINGTON — Over-the-counter consumer antiseptic soaps with certain active ingredients can no longer be marketed, according to a final rule issued by the Food and Drug Administration. The FDA said the final rule, published Tuesday, applies to consumer antibacterial hand and body wash products containing one or more of 19 active ingredients, including triclosan and