What are the advantages of Benzalkonium chloride-based over Alcohol-based Hand Sanitizers?
Benzalkonium chloride based Hand Sanitizers have several distinct advantages over alcohol-based hand sanitizers. While both product forms are FDA Monograph for leave-on products, fast acting and allow for use without water or towels, benzalkonium chloride based products are non-flammable, non-damaging to skin, are persistent, and will not stain clothing or flooring. Skin Irritatant? Alcohol-based hand sanitizers are effective for occasional use, but long-term, frequent use of the alcohol products can cause skin irritation. Alcohol solubilizes and strips away sebum and lipids that guard against bacterial infections of the skin. Extensive use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers actually increases the skinfs susceptibility to infection by transient disease-causing bacteria. This situation can increase the chances of spreading disease-causing microorganisms among patients. Effectiveness and Residual Activity Alcohol-based hand sanitizers stop working the instant they dry. The leading manufact
