Benzoic acid: quick answers
- What it is
- Nitrogen Binding Agent
- Used for
- See symptoms on front panel.
- Usual adult dose
- Adults and children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under the tongue 3 times a day until symptoms are relieved or as directed by a doctor.
- Prescription
- Sold without prescription in the United States; rules differ by country.
From the official label (Feb 2024). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.
How to use Benzoic acid
Lo que dice el prospecto oficial. Si te lo recetó un médico, sigue la receta. Si el prospecto de tu caja es distinto, manda el de tu caja.
Para quién es
See symptoms on front panel. Relieves relieves minor arthritis pain in the wrists *
Cómo tomarlo y con qué frecuencia
Adults and children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under the tongue 3 times a day until symptoms are relieved or as directed by a doctor.
Posibles efectos secundarios
Symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Si olvidas una dosis
Tómala en cuanto te acuerdes, salvo que falte poco para la siguiente. En ese caso, sáltate la olvidada. Nunca tomes dos dosis a la vez para compensar. Revisa tu prospecto, porque algunos medicamentos son distintos.
What Benzoic acid looks like
Compare with your pack. Packs differ between countries and makers; a pack that looks different is not always fake, so scan it to check the registration.
Marcas en todo el mundo
Products with Benzoic acid as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.
Registered products
Nigeria (NAFDAC)
NAFDACWhitfield's Ointment 04-1469NAFDACNino Whitefield Ointment## (check pack size) 04-4598Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.
Check your pack of Benzoic acid
Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.
Questions about Benzoic acid
What is Benzoic acid used for?
See symptoms on front panel. Relieves relieves minor arthritis pain in the wrists * (From the official U.S. FDA label.)
How do I take Benzoic acid?
Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Adults and children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under the tongue 3 times a day until symptoms are relieved or as directed by a doctor.…
Do I need a prescription for Benzoic acid?
In many countries Benzoic acid is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.
What brands contain Benzoic acid?
Benzoic acid is sold under names such as Hyophen, Provita Combat, Uribel Tabs, Ammonul, Benzoicum Acidum. Brand names differ between countries.
What are the side effects of Benzoic acid?
The official label lists: symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen. Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.
Can children take Benzoic acid?
The label gives a separate dose by age: children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.
Can I take Benzoic acid when pregnant or breastfeeding?
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Ask your doctor or midwife first.
How can I check that my Benzoic acid 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.
Sources
- U.S. FDA drug label (label of 26 Feb 2024)
- U.S. National Library of Medicine, RxNorm
- NAFDAC Greenbook (Nigeria)
- WHO Medical Product Alerts
This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.