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Benzalkonium chloride

For handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin.

Sold without prescription in some countries Topical

How to use Benzalkonium chloride

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

For handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin

How to take it and how often

wet hands apply palmful to hands scrub thoroughly rinse thoroughly

While you are taking it
  • Avoid contact with eyes
  • If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water
Warnings

For external use only: hands only

Possible side effects

Irritation and redness develop condition persists for more than 72 hours

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2026-02-27.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

My-shield SanitizingBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 1 mg/mL · Soap · Enviro Specialty Chemicals Inc
NDC 71884-040Label
Orajel 4x Medicated Toothache And Gum Pm CreamBENZOCAINE 200 mg/g, BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE .2 mg/g, ZINC CHLORIDE 1.5 mg/g · Cream · Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
NDC 10237-889Label
AntibacterialBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 1.3 mg/mL · Soap · Meijer, Inc.
NDC 41250-976Label
Hand SanitizerBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE .1 g/100mL · Spray · DGH Pharma, Inc.
NDC 77238-241Label
My-shield Topical AntisepticBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 1.3 mg/mL · Gel · Enviro Specialty Chemicals Inc
NDC 71884-025Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACMavlon Aniseptic Liquid## (check dosage form) A4-100619

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

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Questions about Benzalkonium chloride

What is Benzalkonium chloride used for?

For handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Benzalkonium chloride?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: wet hands apply palmful to hands scrub thoroughly rinse thoroughly…

Do I need a prescription for Benzalkonium chloride?

In many countries Benzalkonium chloride is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Benzalkonium chloride?

Benzalkonium chloride is sold under names such as Horseman's Dream Fung-a-way, Readybath, Digisan E Foam, Keystone, Zephiran, Safeguard Antibacterial Foaming, Pheneen, Releev Cold Sore. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Benzalkonium chloride is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.