.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.ATC.R.R02AA16 .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.ATC.R.R02AA16| name: | Benzalkonium | |
| ATC code: | R02AA16 | |
| route: | topical | |
| compartments: | 1 | |
| dosage: | 2 | mg |
| volume of distribution: | 0.1 | L |
| clearance: | 0.5 | L/h/kg |
| other parameters in model implementation | ||
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).