Quick answers
- What is Benzalkonium and benzocaine used for?
- The Drug Facts label of First Aid Only Antiseptic First Aid (Acme United Corporation) lists these uses: First Aid to help prevent infection and for temporary pain relief in minor cuts, scrapes, burns. clean affected area spray over the area 1 to 3 times daily may be covered with a sterile bandage (let it dry first) children under 2 ask a doctor.
- Do I need a prescription for Benzalkonium and benzocaine?
- No. The products on this page are sold without a prescription (over the counter).
- Is a store brand the same as the name brand?
- Products listed together below have the same active ingredients, in the same amount and the same form, as registered with the FDA. Inactive ingredients (such as colors, flavors and fillers) and package sizes can differ. Compare the “Active ingredient” box on both packages, and ask a pharmacist if you are not sure.
- Has Benzalkonium and benzocaine been recalled?
- No recall linked to these products appears in the FDA enforcement reports we use.
Drug Facts label
Every over-the-counter medicine must carry a “Drug Facts” box in the same order, set by FDA rules. Below is the label of one product for each common strength and form, quoted word for word. Your own package can differ (for example, children’s products have other directions): always follow the label on your package.
First Aid Only Antiseptic First Aid · Acme United Corporation
Benzalkonium chloride 0.1% · Benzocaine 5%, spray (topical)
Active ingredient
Benzalkonium Chloride 0.1% Purpose First Aid Antiseptic Benzocaine 5.0% Purpose Topical Pain Relief
Purpose
Drug Facts Benzalkonium Chloride 0.1% Purpose First Aid Antiseptic Benzocaine 5.0% Purpose Topical Pain Relief
Uses
First Aid to help prevent infection and for temporary pain relief in minor cuts, scrapes, burns. clean affected area spray over the area 1 to 3 times daily may be covered with a sterile bandage (let it dry first) children under 2 ask a doctor
Warnings
For External use Only Flammable. Keep away from fire or flame Do Not Use
- near eyes or mucous membranes
- on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns
- Over large areas of the body
- More than one week unless directed by a doctor.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
condition persists or gets worse Keep out of the reach of children If swallowed, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center right away
Directions
clean affected area spray over the area 1 to 3 times daily may be covered with a sterile bandage (let it dry first) children under 2 ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
isopropyl alcohol, purified water
Questions?
1.800.835.2263
— FDA label of First Aid Only Antiseptic First Aid, Acme United Corporation, effective May 23, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
American Red Cross Antiseptic · My Imports USA LLC
Benzalkonium chloride 0.13% · Benzocaine 5%, spray (topical)
Active ingredient
Benzalkonium Chloride 0.13%(w/w) Benzocaine 5.00%(w/w)
Purpose
First Aid Antiseptic Topical Analgesic
Uses
temporarily relieves pain and itching due to: subburn, minor burns, minor cuts, scrapes, insect bite, minor skin irritations
Warnings
For external use only. Flammable, keep away from heat, spark, electrical, fire or flame.
Do not use
- Allergy alert: do not use this product if you have a history or allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine or other "caine" anesthetics.
When using this product
When using this product
avoid contact with eyes use only as directed. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling can be harmful or fatal. contents under pressure. Do not puncture or incinerate. Do not store at temperature above 120ºF.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
Stop use and ask a doctor if
condition worsens symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again with a few days itching, rash or irritation develops
Keep out of reach of children
If product is swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
adult and children 2 years or older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor to use this product, hold the can 6 to 12 inches away from the affected area. Direct apray nozzles towards skin and press the button to activate spray to apply to face, spray into palm of hand and gently apply.
Inactive ingredients
Propane Ethyl alcohol Butane Glycerin Propylene glycol
— FDA label of American Red Cross Antiseptic, My Imports USA LLC, effective October 27, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
Quality Choice Oral Pain Relief · Quality Choice (CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION)
Benzalkonium chloride 1% · Benzocaine 20%, gel (topical)
Active ingredient
Benzocaine 20% Benzalkonium Chloride 0.1%
Purpose
Oral pain reliever Antiseptic
Uses
for the temporary relief of pain due to toothaches to help protect against infection in minor oral irritation
Warnings
Methemoglobinemia warning : use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a serious condition that must be treated promptly because it reduces the amount of oxygen carried in blood. This can occur even if you have used this product before. Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if you or a child in your care develops:
- pale, gray or blue-colored skin (cyanosis)
- headache
- rapid heart rate
- shortness of breath
- dizziness or lightheadedness
- fatigue or lack of energy
- Allergy alert: do not use this product if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine, or other "caine" anesthetics
Do not use
more than directed for more than 7 days unless directed by a physician or healthcare provider for teething in children under 2 years of age Stop use and ask a physician if swelling, rash or fever develops irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens symptoms do not improve in 7 days KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN: In case of overdose or allergic reaction, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
Adults and children 2 years of age and over - Apply a small amount of product to the cavity and around the gum surrounding the teeth. Use up to 4 times daily or as directed by a physician or healthcare provider Children under 12 years of age - Should be supervised in the use of this product Children under 2 years of age -do not use
Other information
this preparation is intended for use in cases of toothache, only as a temporary expedient until a physician can be consulted do not use continuously avoid using toothpaste or drinking soft drinks or fruit juices for at least one hour after applying do not use if tube seal under cap is broken store at 20-25C (68-77F)
Inactive ingredients
glycerin, PEG 400, propylene glycol, sorbitol, sodium saccharine, sorbic acid, sodium polyacrylate,strawberry flavor, water
Questions?
TOLL FREE 800-935-2362
— FDA label of Quality Choice Oral Pain Relief, Quality Choice (CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION), effective April 15, 2024. See the official label on DailyMed →
First Aid · HART Health
Benzalkonium chloride 0.001 mg/mg · Benzocaine 0.05 mg/mg, spray (topical)
Active ingredient
Benzalkonium Chloride 0.1% Benzocaine 5.0%
Purpose
Topical Antiseptic Topical Anethetic
Uses
First aid to help protect against skin infection and for the temporary relief of pain and itching in minor cuts and scrapes bites skin irritation
Warnings
For external use only. Flammable, keep away from heat or flame
Do not use
in or near the eyes over large portions of the body in large quantities, particularly over raw surfaces or blistered areas on deep or puncture wounds on animal bites on serious burns longer than 7 days unless directed by a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if
condition worsens symptoms persist for more than 7 days 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 right away. 1-800-222-1222
Directions
clean affected area and spray 1 to 3 times daily may be covered with a sterile bandage Children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Isopropyl Alcohol, Purified Water
— FDA label of First Aid, HART Health, effective January 18, 2024. See the official label on DailyMed →
DEBACHERE Butt Balm After Care Antiseptic Pain Relief · De.Bachere USA LLC
Benzalkonium chloride 1 mg/mL · Benzocaine 50 mg/mL, cream (topical)
Active ingredient
Benzocaine 5.00% Benzalkonium Chloride 0.10% Purpose Topical Analgesic Antiseptic
Purpose
Topical Analgesic Antiseptic
Uses
For the temporary relief of pain associated with burns, sunburn, minor cuts, scrapes, insect bites, and minor skin irritations. First aid help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.
Warnings
For external use only, not intended for ingestion.
Do not use
in the eyes or apply over large areas of the body. In case of deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns, consult a doctor.
When using this product
avoid contact with the eyes.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
The condition persists or gets worse.
Do not use
longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use.
Directions
Clean the affected area. Adults and children 2 years of age and older. Apply to the affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. Children under 2 years of age: Consult a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive Ingridients: Aloe extract, Beeswax, Camphor, Cetyl Esters, Ethyl vanillin, Helianthus (sunflower) Oil, Lanolin, Menthol, Paraffin Wax, Salicylic Acid, Theobroma Cacao (cocoa) butter, FD&C Blue # 1.
— FDA label of DEBACHERE Butt Balm After Care Antiseptic Pain Relief, De.Bachere USA LLC, effective October 29, 2024. See the official label on DailyMed →
Oral Gel Oral Pain Relief · Savvy Care and Cosmetics
Benzalkonium chloride 0.1% · Benzocaine 20%, gel (topical)
Active ingredient
Benzocaine 20% Benzalkonium Chloride 0.1%
Purpose
Oral pain reliever Antiseptic
Uses
- for the temporary relief of pain due to toothaches
- to help protect against infectionin minor oral irritation
Warnings
- Allergy alert: do not use this product if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine or other "caine" anesthetics
Do not use
- more than directed
- for more than 7 days unless directed by a physician or healthcare provider Stop use and ask a physician if
- swelling, rash or fever develops
- irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens
- symptoms do not improve in 7 days
Keep out of reach of children
In case of overdose or allergic reaction get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away
Directions
- adults and children 2 years of age and over: apply a small amount of the product to the cavity and around the gum surrounding the teeth Use up to 4 times daily or as directed by a physician or healthcare provider
- children under 12 years: should be supervised in the use of this product
- children under 2 years of age: ask a physician or health care provider
Inactive ingredients
ammonium glycyrrhizate, flavor, polyethylene glycol, sodium saccharin, sorbic acid
— FDA label of Oral Gel Oral Pain Relief, Savvy Care and Cosmetics, effective December 19, 2024. See the official label on DailyMed →
This page is not medical advice. Read the label on your package, and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are not sure a medicine is right for you, for your child, or with your other medicines.
Same medicine, other brands
Each group lists the products that have exactly the same active ingredients, in the same amount and form, as registered with the FDA (NDC Directory). A store brand in the same group has the same medicine as the name brand; inactive ingredients, flavors and package sizes can differ. Each product links to its own official label.
Benzalkonium chloride 0.1% · Benzocaine 5% · spray (topical) · 3 products
Benzalkonium chloride 0.13% · Benzocaine 5% · spray (topical) · 2 products
Benzalkonium chloride 1% · Benzocaine 20% · gel (topical) · 2 products
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Oral Pain Relief | Universal Distribution Center LLC | — |
| Quality Choice Oral Pain Relief | Quality Choice (CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION) | DailyMed |
Benzalkonium chloride 0.001 mg/mg · Benzocaine 0.05 mg/mg · spray (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| First Aid | HART Health | DailyMed |
Benzalkonium chloride 1 mg/mL · Benzocaine 50 mg/mL · cream (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| DEBACHERE Butt Balm After Care Antiseptic Pain Relief | De.Bachere USA LLC | DailyMed |
Benzalkonium chloride 0.1% · Benzocaine 20% · gel (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Oral Gel Oral Pain Relief | Savvy Care and Cosmetics | DailyMed |
Benzalkonium chloride 0.1% · Benzocaine 4% · solution (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Hug a BooBoo Medicated booboo Wipes | Lights Medical Manufacture Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Benzalkonium chloride 100 mg/mL · Benzocaine 50 mg/mL · spray (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Antiseptic | JHK Inc | DailyMed |
Benzalkonium chloride 1.3 mg/mL · Benzocaine 50 mg/mL · liquid (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Orajel Cold Sore Touch Free - Single Dose | Church & Dwight Co., Inc. | DailyMed |
Benzalkonium chloride 0.13% · Benzocaine 5% · cream (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| CVS Pharmacy Sensitive Medicated Cream | CVS Pharmacy | DailyMed |
Benzalkonium chloride 10 mg/mL · Benzocaine 50 mg/mL · cream (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| DEBACHERE Butt Balm After Play Care Multi Symptoms Relief | De.Bachere USA LLC | DailyMed |
Companies that sell this medicine
The company named on the package (maker or distributor), as listed in the FDA NDC Directory, with its number of over-the-counter products of this medicine.
- De.Bachere USA LLC2 products
- Safetec of America, Inc.1 product
- HART Health1 product
- My Imports USA LLC1 product
- Savvy Care and Cosmetics1 product
- Wildman Business Group1 product
- Acme United Corporation1 product
- Universal Distribution Center LLC1 product
- Lights Medical Manufacture Co., Ltd.1 product
- JHK Inc1 product
- Quality Choice (CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION)1 product
- Church & Dwight Co., Inc.1 product
- CVS Pharmacy1 product
- Zhejiang Guoyao Jingyue Aerosol Co., Ltd.1 product
Recalls
No recall linked to these products (by their NDC code or label) appears in the FDA enforcement reports.
Sources
- Drug labeling (SPL, openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- NDC Directory (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- Drug recall enforcement reports (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 27, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- FDA rule for the Drug Facts label (21 CFR 201.66)
Only medicines marketed under FDA rules for nonprescription drugs (an FDA monograph or an FDA approval) are listed. Homeopathic products are not listed: the FDA does not evaluate them for safety or effectiveness.