.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.R_RespiratorySystem.R02A_ThroatPreparations.R02AA16_Benzalkonium.Benzalkonium .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.R_RespiratorySystem.R02A_ThroatPreparations.R02AA16_Benzalkonium.Benzalkonium| name: | Benzalkonium |
| ATC code: | R02AA16 | route: | topical |
| n-compartments | 1 |
Benzalkonium is a quaternary ammonium compound used as a disinfectant and antiseptic. It is used in various topical formulations, such as throat lozenges and sprays, eye drops, and as a preservative in nasal sprays and ophthalmic solutions. It is not typically used systemically and does not have systemic therapeutic indications; its use is mainly for local antiseptic effects. It is not approved for systemic use.
No systemic pharmacokinetic data available in humans; used locally/topically and not intended for systemic exposure. Parameters estimated based on reference range for quaternary ammonium compounds if any absorption occurs (very low bioavailability).