Name
CITROSIL 0.175% cutaneous solution
Benzalkonium chloride
What is it and what is it used for?
Benzalkonium chloride is an antiseptic and disinfectant that is part of a broad group of substances known as quaternary ammonium compounds with bactericidal properties. Its action is effective against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is also effective against a wide range of fungal species.
Citrosil is used for disinfecting and cleaning even damaged skin (superficial wounds, grazes, abrasions).
Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after a short time of treatment.
What you need to know before taking the medicine
Do not use CITROSIL
if you are allergic to benzalkonium chloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
CITROSIL should not be administered to children under 1 year of age.
Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using CITROSIL.
• Avoid contact with eyes, brain, meninges and middle ear.
• Accidental ingestion or inhalation can have serious, sometimes fatal, consequences.
• Avoid exposure to ultraviolet rays (sun or artificial sources) after applying the product.
• The product is for external use only.
• Do not use for prolonged treatments. After a short period of treatment without noticeable results, consult your doctor. Use of topical products, especially if prolonged, may cause sensitization; in this case, discontinue treatment and consult your doctor.
• Do not use for disinfection of mucous membranes.
Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
The following side effects are derived from spontaneous reports, therefore it is not always possible to define their frequency.
Intolerance (burning or irritation) may occur and does not require treatment modification. Following the instructions on this leaflet reduces the risk of side effects.
Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effects, including any not listed in this leaflet, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at: https://www.aifa.gov.it/content/segnalazionireazioni-avverse .
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.