Antiseptic vs. Antibiotic?

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Hello all. To start off, I (and a couuple of other coworkers) just completed the 1 day certifications in First Aid, CPR and AED at our workplace. Since, I have been investigating what we have on site in the way of supplies. We have one First Aid cabinet that is refilled under contract. I found 2 other much older kits that have been pretty well stripped.

One thing I have come across in abuncence is BZK antiseptic towelette packets. I remember in training discussing triple antibiotic ointments for minor wounds. I know these towelettes are for use on wounds. I was just wondering, what is the difference? What is preferred?

PS. The BZK antiseptic towelette contains Benzalkonium Chloride.

Edit: I also found a bunch of Povidone-Iodine Pads, and plain old Alcohol whipes. What’s the story with these?

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