Benzyl alcohol topical

Generic name: Benzyl Alcohol Topical
Dosage form: mucous membrane gel (10%)
Drug class: Topical anti-infectives

Usage of Benzyl alcohol topical

The Ulesfia brand of Benzyl Alcohol topical is used to treat head lice in people between 6 months of age and 60 years old.

The Zilactin brand of benzyl alcohol topical is used to treat sores in or around the mouth, including cold sores, canker sores, or irritated gums. Zilactin is for use in adults and chlidren at least 2 years old.

Benzyl alcohol topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Benzyl alcohol topical side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

If the medicine gets in your eyes or on your skin, rinse with water. Call your doctor at once if you have severe stinging, itching, or irritation of the eyes or skin after rinsing.

This medicine may cause serious side effects. Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:

swelling;

skin rash;

fever; or

worsening pain, redness, or irritation.

Common side effects of benzyl alcohol topical may include:

eye irritation; or

numbness or irritation after applying this medicine.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Benzyl alcohol topical

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

any skin conditions; or

any other medical conditions.

Benzyl alcohol topical contains an ingredient that can cause serious side effects or death in very young or premature babies.

Do not use Ulesfia on an infant younger than 6 months old, and tell your healthcare provider if your baby was born prematurely.

Do not use Zilactin on a child younger than 2 years old.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

You should not breastfeed while using Ulesfia.

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Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Benzyl alcohol topical

Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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