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Methylbenzethonium Chloride
Pronunciation
U.S. Brand Names
Generic Available
Pharmacological Index
Use
Usual Dosage
Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions
Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
Patient Information
Nursing Implications
Dosage Forms

Pronunciation
(meth il ben ze THOE nee um KLOR ide)

U.S. Brand Names
Diaparene®[OTC]; Puri-Clens™[OTC]; Sween Cream®[OTC]

Generic Available

No


Pharmacological Index

Topical Skin Product


Use

Diaper rash and ammonia dermatitis


Usual Dosage

Apply topically to area as needed


Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions

No information available to require special precautions


Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

No effects or complications reported


Patient Information

Notify physician if condition worsens or fails to improve within 4 days


Nursing Implications

Notify physician if condition worsens or fails to improve within 4 days


Dosage Forms

Cream: 0.1% (30 g, 60 g, 120 g)

Ointment, topical: 0.1% (30 g, 60 g, 120 g)

Powder: 0.055% (120 g, 270 g, 420 g)


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