benzethonium chloride topical

Pronunciation: BEN ze THOE nee um KLOR ide TOP ik al

Brand: New Skin Bandage

What is the most important information I should know about benzethonium chloride topical?


What is benzethonium chloride topical?

Benzethonium chloride topical (for the skin) is used to treat minor cuts, scrapes, wounds, or cracked skin. This medicine dries to form a waterproof protective seal over the skin.

Benzethonium chloride topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using benzethonium chloride topical?

Do not use this medicine to treat an animal bite. Contact a doctor or get emergency medical treatment if you have been bitten by an animal, even a pet animal.


  • a deep cut or puncture wound;
  • a serious burn;
  • diabetes; or
  • blood circulation problems.

How should I use benzethonium chloride topical?



Ask a doctor before using benzethonium chloride topical on a child younger than 2 years old.

Clean the skin wound thoroughly before applying this medicine.

Apply the medicine to the wound and allow it to dry completely before covering the area with clothing.

Do not apply this medicine over large skin areas, or to skin that is infected or oozing. Do not apply over a surgical incision or stitches.

You may lightly cover the treated skin with a sterile gauze or bandage. Do not cover the skin with a tight bandage.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 to 10 days, or if you have redness, swelling, warmth, pain, or drainage from the wound.

To dissolve and remove the protective seal created by this medicine, apply more medicine and quickly wipe it off.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Keep the bottle or spray can tightly capped when not in use.


What happens if I miss a dose?


What happens if I overdose?


What should I avoid while using benzethonium chloride topical?

Avoid inhaling the fumes from this medicine. Doing so can cause serious harm or death.

Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes, nose, mouth, vagina, or rectum.

Avoid using other skin medications on the areas you treat with benzethonium chloride topical.

What are the possible side effects of benzethonium chloride topical?


Common side effects may include burning or stinging when the medicine is applied.


What other drugs will affect benzethonium chloride topical?


Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about benzethonium chloride topical.



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benzethonium chloride topical