Used (b)(6) brand antibacterial flexible fabric medium (2"x4") bandage with 0.8% benzalkonium chloride (bzk) (antiseptic) on (b)(6) male's cheek to treat abrasion.After 36 hours of wear, and upon removal using soap and water, very severe irritant contact dermatitis was observed with no pain to patient.After approximately 12 hours of rest and left uncovered, the wound location still presented the severe reaction.Pediatric care was then sought.Pediatrician rx cetirizine (zyrtec) to counter reaction.Also noted that subject bandages contained 0.8% bzk while children's bandages by same manufacturer contain 0.1% bzk as possible source of irritation.Wound location continues to heal 7 days after last use/removal of bandage, with observable improvement in first 24 hours.Fda safety report id # (b)(4).
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