What Is Strepsils Sore Throat & Cough Lozenges

Strepsils Sore Throat and Cough Lozenges contain two antiseptic ingredients for use in throat medications. These are used for the symptomatic relief of mouth and throat infections. These ingredients are mild antiseptics that kill the bacteria associated with mouth and throat infections. The action of sucking the lozenge allows the active ingredients to work in the area of the discomfort and also helps lubricate and soothe the painful area. This helps relieve the soreness and discomfort of mouth and throat infections. Strepsils, Sore Throat and Cough Lozenges also contain menthol. This has a mild local anaesthetic action and relieves the symptoms of nasal congestion.

How To Use Strepsils Sore Throat & Cough Lozenges

This product is for short-term use only. You should take the lowest dose for the shortest time necessary to relieve your symptoms.

Remove one lozenge from the foil blister packaging.

Replace the foil blister back into the cardboard carton.

Place lozenge into the mouth allowing it to dissolve slowly.

Dissolve one lozenge slowly in the mouth every 2 – 3 hours.

Adults, Children (over 6 years old) and the elderly – One lozenge to be dissolved slowly in the mouth every 2 – 3 hours up to a maximum of 12 lozenges in 24 hours

It is not recommended that children under 6 years use this product.

Remember that young children can choke on lozenges.

If symptoms persist, have not improved, or have worsened after 3 days, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

If you take more of this product than you should

You may experience stomach discomfort

Do not take any more of this product and consult your doctor or pharmacist.

If you forget to take this product

Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten lozenge. Continue to use this product normally.

If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

What Does Strepsils Sore Throat & Cough Lozenges Contain

The active substances are: 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol 1.2mg, Amylmetacresol 0.6mg, Levomenthol 8.0mg

The other ingredients are: Liquid sucrose, Liquid glucose, Tartaric acid, Eucalyptus oil, Indigo carmine (E132).