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How Often Should You Use Merthiolate? A Guide to Proper Application

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Merthiolate, originally a mercury-based compound, was banned by the FDA in the late 1990s due to toxicity concerns. Today, products sold under the brand name **merthiolate** are mercury-free and typically contain benzalkonium chloride, which requires specific application guidelines to be both safe and effective.