| abstract |
Antimicrobial compositions useful in the treatment of microbial infections and as general cleansers are provided along with methods for their administration. The antimicrobial compositions are aqueous based and preferably contain a quaternary ammonium compound as a antimicrobial agent. The antimicrobial compositions also preferably contain a surfactant such as a cationic, nonionic, or amphoteric surfactant or mixtures thereof. A keratolytic agent, such as allantoin, is also preferably blended into the antimicrobial compositions. The antimicrobial compositions are ideally suited for subcutaneous, cutaneous, or mucosal membrane administration. |