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Strepsils Lozenges Original 24 contains a combination of two effective antiseptics, which help fight the bacterial throat infections that can cause sore throats and mouth infections.
Description:
Strepsils Original Dual Antibacterial Action Lozenges 24
Detailed Description:
Scheduling status:
S0.
Proprietary name (and dosage form):
Strepsils coolmint (lozenge).
Composition:
Each lozenge contains:
2,4 Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol 1.2 mg; Amylmetacresol 0.6 mg ; Sugar 2,5 g.
Pharmacological classification:
A 16.4 Naso-pharyngeal and bucco-pharyngeal antiseptics.
Pharmacological action:
Pharmacodynamic properties.
Strepsils lozenges have disinfectant and antiseptic properties.
Indications:
Indicated for the relief of minor mouth and throat infections including sore throat.
Identification:
A white to pale yellow coloured lozenge with a characteristic taste of mint and menthol and an "S" on both sides.
Presentation:
Blister Pack: 2, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16 or 24 lozenges.
A clear 250 pm polyvinyl chloride (PVC) coated with 40 gsm of polyvynylidene chloride (PVdC) heat sealed to 20 pm aluminium foil blister pack.
Sachet: 2's:
Cello-poly aluminium foil laminate consisting of 0.021 mm cellophane, 0.018 mm polyethylene, 0.030 mm aluminium and 0.025 mm polyethylene.
Tube: 10's:
A white, opaque, injection-moulded, polypropylene container with a polyethylene push-fit cap with tamper evident band and desiccant (silica gel) beads enclosed by paper disc cover.
Date of publication of this package insert: February 2003.
24 throat lozenges.
Indications: Relief of minor mouth & throat infections. Strepsils original is also indicated for relief of coughs due to colds and allergies.
©2007 Reckitt Benckiser Pharmaceuticals. (Pty) Ltd.
Consumer care line: 0861 11 11 00.
Pack size:
24 lozenges
Quantity in pack:
24
Marketing description:
Soothing relief for sore throats.
Strepsils®.
Original.
2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol 1.2 mg, amylmetacresol 0.6 mg.
Dual antibacterial action.
24 lozenges.
Brand:
Strepsils
Package type:
Box
Usage instructions:
Dosage and directions for use:
Adults: one lozenge to be dissolved slowly in the mouth every 2-3 hours up to a maximum of 12 lozenges in 24 hours.
Children over 12 years: one lozenge to be dissolved slowly in the mouth every 2-3 hours up to a maximum of 8 lozenges in 24 hours.
Storage instructions:
Store below 25 degrees C. Keep out of reach of children.
Warnings:
Contra-indications:
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
Children under the age of 12 years.
Contains sugar. Patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrose-isomaltose insufficiency should not take this medicine.
Interactions:
No clinically significant interactions are known.
Pregnancy and lactation:
Safety has not been established.
Side-effects and special precautions:
Side-Effects: the adverse reactions are ranked under headings of frequency, most frequent reactions first, using the following convention: very common (> 1 /10); common (> 1 /100, ≤1 /10); uncommon (>1 /1 000, ≤1 /100); rare (> 1 /10 000, ≤1 /1000); very rare (≤1 / 10 000).
Very rare (≤1 / 10 000): Hypersensitivity reactions.
Special Precautions: if symptoms persist for more than two days, consult your doctor.
Effects on ability to drive and use machines: no adverse effects are known.
Known symptoms of overdosage and particulars of its treatment:
Overdosage should not present a problem other than gastrointestinal discomfort. Treatment should be symptomatic.