BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE, LIDOCAINE HCI (Burn Cream)
What to know about BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE, LIDOCAINE HCI — also sold as Burn Cream: uses, side effects, interactions, and safety considerations for people taking it or caring for someone who is.
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE, LIDOCAINE HCI (brand names: Burn Cream) is classified as Low risk (1 risk points) by AllMeds. It is a S3 medication under the TGA in Australia. FDA approved in the United States. Topical local anaesthetic with lidocaine having minimal workplace safety impact.
Key Takeaways
- TGA Schedule: S3 in Australia
- Risk level: Low (1 points)
- Recommended maximum duration: 14 days
Scheduling and Classification
| Jurisdiction | Classification | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (TGA) | S3 | Not PBS listed |
| United States (FDA) | Rx only | FDA approved |
Risk Profile
Topical local anaesthetic with lidocaine having minimal workplace safety impact.
How BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE, LIDOCAINE HCI is regulated
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE, LIDOCAINE HCI is overseen by medicines regulators in each country. The rules below explain how it's scheduled, what oversight applies, and what to discuss with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, changing, or stopping this medication.
Australia TGA / PBS / State Schemes
Classified as S3 under the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
United States FDA / CDC / State WC
FDA approved for use in the United States.
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Important: This page is general health information, not personal medical advice. If you have questions about your medication — including starting it, stopping it, changing the dose, or combining it with something else — speak with your doctor or pharmacist. For an emergency or suspected overdose, call your local emergency number or poison information service immediately. Information is drawn from regulator and clinical guideline sources (TGA, FDA, MHRA, NICE, PBS, CDC); see our methodology for details.