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New Skin Bandage

Generic name: benzethonium chloride topical

Used for minor cuts scrapes
Last updated November 3, 2026 0 views
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What is New Skin Bandage?

New Skin Bandage (for the skin) is used to treat minor cuts, scrapes, wounds, or cracked skin. New Skin Bandage dries to create a waterproof protective seal over the skin.

New Skin Bandage may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

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How should I use New Skin Bandage?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin.

Ask a doctor before using New Skin Bandage on a child younger than 2 years old.

Clean the skin wound thoroughly before applying this medicine.

Apply the medicine to the wound and allow it to dry completely before covering the area with clothing.

Do not apply this medicine over large skin areas, or to skin that is infected or oozing. Do not apply over a surgical incision or stitches.

You may lightly cover the treated skin with a sterile gauze or bandage. Do not cover the skin with a tight bandage.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 to 10 days, or if you have redness, swelling, warmth, pain, or drainage from the wound.

To dissolve and remove the protective seal created by this medicine, apply more medicine and quickly wipe it off.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Keep the bottle or spray can tightly capped when not in use.

New Skin Bandage is flammable. Do not use near high heat or open flame. Do not smoke until the medicine has completely dried on your skin.

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Warnings

Follow all instructions on your medicine label and package. Inform each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you are using.

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Before taking this medicine

Do not use New Skin Bandage to treat an animal bite. Contact a doctor or get emergency medical treatment if you have been bitten by an animal, even a pet animal.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:

  • a deep cut or puncture wound;
  • a serious burn;
  • diabetes; or
  • blood circulation problems.

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New Skin Bandage side effects

Get emergency medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Common side effects may include burning or stinging when you apply the medicine.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may happen. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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What happens if I miss a dose?

Apply the medicine as soon as possible, but skip the missed dose if it is nearly time for your next dose. Do not apply two doses at once.

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What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of New Skin Bandage is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if someone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

Do not inhale the fumes from New Skin Bandage. Doing so can cause serious harm or death.

Do not get this medicine in your eyes, nose, mouth, vagina, or rectum.

Do not use other skin medications on the areas you treat with New Skin Bandage.

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What other drugs will affect New Skin Bandage?

Medicine applied to the skin is usually not affected by other medications you take. However, many medications can interact with one another. Inform all your healthcare providers about every medicine you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal products.

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