HUMCO Merthiolate

HUMCO Merthiolate is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE. It is labelled by Humco Holding Group, Inc. taken by topical and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 0395-8010, application M003, label effective 20231215. It is one of 231 FDA drug label records sharing the active ingredient BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.

Across FDA labelling, products containing BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE are most often described in connection with: first aid, help prevent, skin infection, minor cuts, scrapes burns, insect bites. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.

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

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.

Warnings For external use only

FDA lists 231 drug label records with BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE as the active ingredient. The most common dosage forms and the manufacturers with the most records are summarised below; strengths, pack sizes and inactive ingredients can still differ between apparently similar products.

What is HUMCO Merthiolate used for?
Uses first aid to help prevent skin infection in minor cuts, scrapes, burns and insect bites.

Who makes HUMCO Merthiolate?
Humco Holding Group, Inc. is the labeler of record for HUMCO Merthiolate. 231 FDA label records share the active ingredient BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE, so generic and branded versions may come from different companies; the manufacturer named on your pack is the one that matters for any enquiry.

What form does HUMCO Merthiolate come in?
administered by topical. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.

Is HUMCO Merthiolate prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human otc drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.

Are there other products containing BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE?
Yes. 231 FDA drug label records list BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE as the active ingredient. Products with the same active ingredient can usually be substituted only when a prescriber or pharmacist confirms it is appropriate.

Has HUMCO Merthiolate been recalled?
No FDA recall record in our database matches this product name or manufacturer. Recall data is updated periodically, so a very recent notice may not appear here yet.

Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.