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Benzalkonium chloride

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Substance belonging to the disinfectants(INCI name: benzalkonium chloride)

IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Inflammation of the oral mucosa and throat and superficial skin infections.

Standard concentrationThis section has been translated automatically.

1 mg in lozenges, 0.01-0.02% for mucous membrane rinses, 0.1% for wound rinses, 0.5% in hydrophilic ointments (absorption bases), hydrophilic creams, hydroxyethyl cellulose gel.

Undesirable effectsThis section has been translated automatically.

Allergic reactions are described as type IV contact allergy. Anaphylactic reactions have also been described after local application.

ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Children < 4 years.

IncompatibilityThis section has been translated automatically.

Anion-active substances, non-ionic surfactants (e.g. polysorbates), oxidizing agents, bentonite, aerosil, fatty oils, citrates, alginates, iodides, nitrates, heavy metals (silver salts). Adsorption on natural rubber and plastics (polyvinyl chloride)!

PreparationsThis section has been translated automatically.

Dequonal solution/spray, Dorithricin original throat tablets. For skin or instrument disinfection: Lysoform Killavon, Baccalin, Laudamonium, Lysoform, Cutasept, Freka-Derm colourless/coloured.

LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.

  1. Dao H Jr edt al (2012) Sensitization prevalence for benzalkonium chloride and benzethonium chloride. Dermatitis 23:162-166
  2. Mezger E et al (2012) Anaphylactic reaction following administration of nose drops containing benzalkonium chloride. Head Face Med 8:29
  3. Okahara A et al (2013) Local toxicity of benzalkonium chloride in ophthalmic solutions following repeated applications. J Toxicol Sci 38:531-53

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer