Benzoxonium Chloride

Information about Benzoxonium Chloride

Benzoxonium chloride uses

Benzoxonium Chloride is used to prevent infections.

How benzoxonium chloride works

Benzoxonium chloride belongs to a class of drugs called anti-infectives. It inhibits the growth of microorganisms and thus helps in preventing infection.

Common side effects of benzoxonium chloride

Allergic reaction, Infection, Swelling, Erythema (skin redness), Irritation

Available Medicine for Benzoxonium Chloride

    Expert advice for Benzoxonium Chloride

    • Remain upright for at least 30 minutes after taking benzoxonium chloride.
    • Consult your doctor before giving benzoxonium chloride to children.
    • Do not use benzoxonium chloride if you have deep wounds or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns for disinfection of skin.
    • Do not use benzoxonium chloride if you have deep oral ulcers for throat infection.
    • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
    • Should not be given to patients allergic to benzoxonium chloride or any of its ingredients.
    • Should not be given to patients with severe respiratory disease.

    Frequently asked questions for Benzoxonium Chloride

    Benzoxonium Chloride

    Q. Does Benzoxonium Chloride kill viruses, fungus and bacteria?
    Yes. Benzalkonium chloride kills viruses, fungus and bacteria.

    Content on this page was last updated on 12 February, 2020, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)