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Benzalkonium

For handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin

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Drug facts

Used for
For handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin
How to take it
Wound cleansing for adults and children 2 years of age or older: Spray the affected area to clean dirt and debris, use a small…

What it is used for

Helps protect skin and supports healing

of minor cuts, scrapes, burns and wounds,

including pressure sores, diabetic ulcers,

cracked skin and lips. Topical antiseptic to help

decrease the risk of skin infections.

How to take it

Wound cleansing for adults and children 2

years of age or older: Spray the affected area

to clean dirt and debris, use a small amount of

the product and wipe it off with a sterile gauze.

For use as First Aid antiseptic for adults and

children years of age or older:

Clean the affected area. Spray a small amount of

this product on the area 1 to 3 times daily or as

needed. Wipe off excess with sterile gauze and

allow to dry. Cover affected area with a sterile

bandage if needed. When bandaged, let dry first

For children under 2 years of age please

consult a doctor.

What to say before you start

When using this product avoid contact with

eyes. In case of eye contact flush eyes with

water. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition

worsens, symptoms last more than 7 days or

clear up and occur again within a few days.

Warnings

For external use only.

Do not use on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor.

Keeping it away from children

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a

Poison Control Center right away.

Active Ingredient

Benzalkonium Chloride 0.13%

Cite this page

NLM

sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Benzalkonium; [reviewed 2026 Aug 2; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/benzalkonium

APA 7th

sofidex. (2026, August 2). Benzalkonium. Daloreum. Retrieved November 10, 2026, from https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/benzalkonium

AMA 11th

Benzalkonium. sofidex. Reviewed August 2, 2026. Accessed November 10, 2026. https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/benzalkonium

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