Strepsils Sore Throat And Cough Lozenges - 24 Lozenges

Strepsils Sore Throat and CoughDid you know research shows that 1 in 3 adults get a sore throat and cough at the same time in a year? Thinking about that, the team at Strepsils have produced Strepsils Sore Throat and Cough. The combination of two antiseptics (2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol 1.2 mg, Amylmetacresol 0.6 mg) and Levomenthol (a mild local anaesthetic) provide you with dual action for dual relief from your sore throat and irritating coughs.Causes of a Sore ThroatA sore throat is often a sign that you may have an infection in the area, but there are other things that can irritate the throat, causing redness and swelling. These include cigarette smoke, a polluted environment, voice strain or even changes in air temperature.There are lots of sore throat symptoms, and throat infection symptoms, from that nasty raspiness, pain when swallowing to a sudden husky voice. There are also other symptoms that may accompany throat pain:Runny noseSwollen glandsA headacheMuscle aches and painsCoughThroat problems, such as inflammation (redness and swelling) in your throat - this can even be a sore throat on one sideTreating Your Sore ThroatIf you have a sore throat already, to make yourself and your throat feel better there are some options:Drink plenty of warm liquids to keep your level of body fluids upTry to breathe through your nose. If your nose feels congested, inhaling the steam from a bowl of hot water will help it to clear or look for a lozenge which also offers a decongestantTry to avoid alcohol. The idea that alcohol 'disinfects' the throat is unfortunately a myth! In fact, drinking alcohol is much more likely to irritate than soothe a sore throatSwallow - it might hurt but its one of the best things you can do because saliva is a natural lubricant so it helps soothe a sore throatSucking an effective medicated lozenge can help lubricate the lining of the throat further bringing real, noticeable relief. And if you choose one from the Strepsils range, rest assured that it can keep working, even after the lozenge has gone. Indications For the symptomatic relief of mouth and throat infections, dry, irritating cough associated with the common cold and nasal congestion. Ingredients Each lozenge contains 1.2mg of 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol, 0.6mg of Amylmetacresol & 8.0mg of Levomenthol, Also contains Sucrose and Glucose, See insert leaflet for further information Directions For oral administrationAdults and children (over 6 years old):One lozenge to be dissolved slowly in the mouth every 2-3 hours up to a maximum of 12 lozenges in 24 hours.Not suitable for children under 6 years.Elderly: There is no need for dosage reduction in the elderly. Safety Warning Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients Special warnings and precaution of use: Patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency should not take this medicine. Box Contains <24 lozenges>