Merthiolate
Benzalkonium Chloride · Liquid · Topical
Active ingredient
Active Ingredient Benzalkonium chloride 0.13%
Purpose
Purpose Antiseptic
Uses
Uses first aid to help prevent skin infection in minor cuts, scrapes, burns and insect bites.
Warnings
Warnings For external use only
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, serious burns.
When using this product
When using this product do not get into eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes throughly with water. do not apply over large areas of the body. do not use over raw surfaces or blistered areas. do not use longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and aska doctor if condition persists or gets worse. symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Directions
Directions adults and children 2 years and older. clean the affected area. apply a small amount on the area 1 to 3 times daily. may be covered with a sterile bandage. if bandaged, let it dry first. children under 2 years of age, do not use, consult a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients Alcohol 10%, Acetone, FD&C Red No 4, purified water
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Pharma Nobis, LLC (revised Dec 22, 2023). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Benzalkonium Chloride in 1 product
Merthiolate NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 82645-912 | Benzalkonium Chloride 1.3 mg/mL Liquid | Pharma Nobis, LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Merthiolate used for?
Uses first aid to help prevent skin infection in minor cuts, scrapes, burns and insect bites.
Who makes Merthiolate?
Merthiolate is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Pharma Nobis, LLC.