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Cetalkonium chloride

For handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin.

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How to use Cetalkonium chloride

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

यह किसके लिए है

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.

Brands around the world

Products with Cetalkonium chloride as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACDrujela Mouth Gel 04-8492

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

Check your pack of Cetalkonium chloride

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

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Questions about Cetalkonium chloride

What is Cetalkonium chloride used for?

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

How do I take Cetalkonium 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 Cetalkonium chloride?

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

What brands contain Cetalkonium chloride?

Cetalkonium chloride is sold under names such as Moisturizing Antibacterial. Brand names differ between countries.

What are the side effects of Cetalkonium chloride?

The official label lists: irritation and redness develop condition persists for more than 72 hours Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

How can I check that my Cetalkonium 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.

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.