Standard Care | Moderate Risk

ETHYL ALCOHOL (FRESH FEELS HAND SANITIZER MIST OCEAN BREEZE SCENT)

ETHYL ALCOHOL risk profile, scheduling, and guidance for claims professionals and care workers . Also known as FRESH FEELS HAND SANITIZER MIST OCEAN BREEZE SCENT.

Source: FDA Updated April 2026

ETHYL ALCOHOL (brand names: FRESH FEELS HAND SANITIZER MIST OCEAN BREEZE SCENT) is classified as Moderate risk (5 risk points) by AllMeds. It is a S4 medication under the TGA in Australia. FDA approved in the United States. Medical alcohol poses significant CNS depression and respiratory risk with dangerous drug interactions.

Key Takeaways

  • TGA Schedule: S4 in Australia
  • Risk level: Moderate (5 points)
  • CNS depressant: May cause sedation, impair driving, and affect work capacity
  • Respiratory depression risk: Requires monitoring, especially with other CNS depressants

Scheduling and Classification

Jurisdiction Classification Status
Australia (TGA) S4 Not PBS listed
United States (FDA) Rx only FDA approved

Risk Profile

Risk Level Moderate
Risk Points 5
CNS Depressant Yes
Respiratory Risk Yes

Medical alcohol poses significant CNS depression and respiratory risk with dangerous drug interactions.

Regulatory and Compliance Guidance

When ETHYL ALCOHOL appears on a claimant's medication list, claims professionals should assess whether the prescribing is appropriate for the compensable injury, whether the duration is within guidelines, and whether there are interactions with other medications on the claim.

Work capacity impact: As a CNS depressant, ETHYL ALCOHOL may impair driving, operating machinery, and cognitive function. Work capacity certificates should reflect any medication-related restrictions.

Australia TGA / PBS / State Schemes

Classified as S4 under the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).

United Kingdom NICE / MHRA / FPM

UK drug driving laws (Section 5A Road Traffic Act 2006) set specific limits for prescription drugs that cause impairment. Employers and occupational health advisors should assess fitness to work.

United States FDA / CDC / State WC

FDA approved for use in the United States.

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Medical Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes for claims professionals and care workers. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for clinical decisions. Drug information is sourced from TGA, FDA, MHRA, PBS, NICE, and CDC databases and may not reflect the latest updates. AllMeds does not replace clinical judgement.