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Benzalkonium

First aid to help prevent the risk of bacterial contamination or skin infection associated with minor: cuts, scrapes, burns.

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Sold without prescription in some countries Topical Safety alerts on record

How to use Benzalkonium

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Pour qui

First aid to help prevent the risk of bacterial contamination or skin infection associated with minor: cuts, scrapes, burns.

Comment le prendre et à quelle fréquence
  • Adults and children 2 years of age and older clean the affected area spray a small amount of this product on the area 1 to 3 times daily. may be covered with a sterile bandage if bandaged, let dry first
  • Children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor
Talk to a doctor first if

Ask a doctor before use if you have: deep or puncture wounds animal bites serious burns

Warnings

For external use only Do not use in or near the eyes over large sreas of the body or in large quantities longer than 1 week over raw surfaces or blistered areas. Ask a doctor before use if you have Ask a doctor before use if you have: deep or puncture wounds animal bites serious burns Stop use and ask a doctor if Stop use and ask a doctor if condition or symptoms get worse or last more than 1 week symptoms clear up and occurs again within a few days. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Effets secondaires possibles

Stop use and ask a doctor if condition or symptoms get worse or last more than 1 week symptoms clear up and occurs again within a few days.

How to store it

Protect from freezing or excessive heat store at room temperature Keep out of reach of children.

En cas d'oubli

Prenez-le dès que vous y pensez, sauf s'il est presque l'heure de la dose suivante. Dans ce cas, sautez la dose oubliée. Ne prenez jamais deux doses à la fois pour compenser. Vérifiez votre notice, certains médicaments font exception.

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 2024-12-24.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

AntisepticBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 1.3 g/L · Liquid · Unifirst First Aid Corporation
NDC 47682-245Label
X3 Clean Foaming Hand SanitizerBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 1.3 mg/mL · Aerosol, Foam · HK Kolmar Canada, Inc
NDC 49354-055Label
Antiseptic TowelettesBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE .13 g/100g · Cloth · CMC Group Inc.
NDC 49687-0011Label
Standard Ansi First AidKit · GFA Production (Xiamen) Co., Ltd.
NDC 50814-068Label
Dial Antibacterial Peppermint Cookie Limited SeasonalBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE .13 g/100mL · Solution · Henkel Corporation
NDC 54340-009Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACMavlon Aniseptic Liquid## (check dosage form) A4-100619NAFDACPilocarpine Eye Drop 0.4%## (check strength format) 04-6278

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

Safety alerts and recalls

Revitaderm Wound Care Gel, Benzalkonium Chloride 0.1%, packaged in 1.0 FL OZ (37 mL) bottle, shorter twist cap, Manufactured By: Blaine Labs, Inc. 11037 Lockport Place Santa Fe SprU.S. FDA Class I
8 Apr 2026 · Blaine Labs Inc · OngoingMicrobial contamination of Non-Sterile Product: samples identified the presence of Lysinibacillus fusiformis and other Bacillus spp
Revitaderm Wound Care, First Aid Antiseptic Gel, Benzalkonium Chloride 0.1%) packaged as (a) 1.0 Fl OZ (16 mL) bottle, long pointy cap, NDC 63347-120-02; (b) 3.0 Fl OZ (85 g) tube,U.S. FDA Class II
8 Apr 2026 · Blaine Labs Inc · OngoingCGMP Deviations; product manufactured in the same facility under the same conditions as the product found to be contaminated
TRIFLUENT PHARMA TRIDERGEL Wound Care Gel, (Benzalkonium Chloride 0.1%), 1.0 fl oz, (29.6 mL) bottle with long pointy cap, Manufactured for: Trifluent Pharma, LLC. San Antonio, TX U.S. FDA Class II
8 Apr 2026 · Blaine Labs Inc · OngoingCGMP Deviations: product manufactured in the same facility under the same conditions as the product found to be contaminated
Lidocaine Wound Gel (Benzalkonium Chloride, 0.13% and Lidocaine Hydrochloride, 2%), NET WT 0.5 OZ (14 g), Distributed by: CVS PHarmacy, INc., One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895. NU.S. FDA Class III
7 Apr 2026 · Water-Jel Technologies, LLC · OngoingFailed PH Specifications

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

Check your pack of Benzalkonium

Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.

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Questions about Benzalkonium

What is Benzalkonium used for?

First aid to help prevent the risk of bacterial contamination or skin infection associated with minor: cuts, scrapes, burns. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Benzalkonium?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Adults and children 2 years of age and older clean the affected area spray a small amount of this product on the area 1 to 3 times daily. may be covered with a sterile bandage if bandaged, let dry first children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor…

Do I need a prescription for Benzalkonium?

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

What brands contain Benzalkonium?

Benzalkonium 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.

What are the side effects of Benzalkonium?

The official label lists: Stop use and ask a doctor if condition or symptoms get worse or last more than 1 week symptoms clear up and occurs again within a few days. Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

Can children take Benzalkonium?

The label gives a separate dose by age: children 2 years. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

How should I store Benzalkonium?

protect from freezing or excessive heat store at room temperature

How can I check that my Benzalkonium 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

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.