FDA Label for Merthiolate

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Merthiolate Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Humco Holding Group, Inc.. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

Active Ingredient



Benzalkonium chloride 0.13%


Purpose



Antiseptic


Uses



first aid to help prevent skin infection in minor cuts, scrapes, burns and insect bites.


Warnings



For external use only


Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, serious burns.


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 Aska Doctor If



condition persists or gets worse. symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days.


Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.


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



Alcohol 10%, Acetone, FD&C Red No 4, purified water


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