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BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE
Vitamex USA, Corp · TOPICAL

Product NDC: 69469-013

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Generic nameBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE
Labeler / manufacturerVitamex USA, Corp
RouteTOPICAL
Drug classDrug class not supplied in source label
Product NDC69469-013
Label effective date2026-08-26

Official product label reference

Mercurochrome — Vitamex USA, Corp

This page contains 11 source sections for BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE, topical route. Label set 21652b11-715d-0c54-e063-6294a90a8855, version 2.

Retrieved 2026-10-02 · openFDA dataset updated 2026-10-02 · Check the current DailyMed label

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Uses described in the label

Directions Directions Clean the affected area. Apply small amount of this product on the area 1 to 3 times daily. Supervise children in the use of this product.

Purpose

Uses Uses: First aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.
Dosage and administration — label text
Directions Directions Clean the affected area. Apply small amount of this product on the area 1 to 3 times daily. Supervise children in the use of this product.
Warnings
Warnings: Warnings For External Use Only Do Not Use: in the eyes or apply over large areas of the body. In case of deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns, consult a doctor. Longer than 1 week unless directed by doctor.
Active ingredient
Active Ingredient Active Ingredients: Purpose Benzalkoinum Chloride 0.13% First Aid Antiseptic
When to stop use and seek help
Stop use and ask a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if the condition perssits or gets worse.
Pregnancy or breast feeding
If pregannt or breastfeeding If pregnant or breastfeeding , ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Other safety information
Other Information Other Information Store at controlled room temperature: 15-30°C (59-86°F). Tamper Evident Feature: Do not use if cello-band over cap is torn, broken or missing. Close tightly after use.
Inactive ingredient
Inactive ingredients Inactive ingredients: Purified Water, Alcohol, FD&C #40
Recent major changes
Child safety
Keep out of reach of children If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Official sources and product identifiers

Substances listed: BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE

RxNorm identifiers: 1049254

Package NDC codes

69469-013-01

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Coverage and corrections

The text is extracted from a US structured product label. Tables are represented as text where supplied; formatting and illustrations may be lost. A missing section does not mean a risk is absent. This reference has not been independently reviewed by a clinician and is not a live safety-alert service.

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