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CVS Merthiolate

Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
CVS Pharmacy
Label updated
2023-12-22
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE
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Label information

CVS Merthiolate

Drug Facts

Active Ingredient

Benzalkonium Chloride 0.13%

Purpose

Antiseptic

Indications

First aid antiseptic to help skin infection in minor: cuts, scrapes, burns, insect bites.

Warnings

For external use only. 

Ask a doctor before use if you have

Deep or puncture wounds

Animal bites

Serious burns

When using this product do not

Get into the eyes

Apply over large areas of the body

Apply over raw surfaces or blistered areas

Use longer than one week unless directed by doctor.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • Redness, swelling or pain persists or increases.

Keep out of reach of children.

  • If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately. Soap will deactivate the effects of this product.
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 dry first.
  • Children under 2 yrs. of age: Consult a doctor.
Inactive Ingredient

Acetone, FD&C Red No 4. Purified water.

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

CVS
Merthiolate
Benzalkonium
Chloride 0.13%
Mercury free
2 FL OZ (59 mL)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: dd498ab1-8350-41aa-86fc-2db57005f3e2 · Version 5
NDC: 69842-749