Strepsils Express throat lozenges quickly reduce pain and make swallowing easier. Convenient in your bag and on the go.
International name
amylmetacresol+lidocaine+dichlorobenzyl
Composition
One lozenge contains
Active substance: 2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol 1.2 mg, amylmetacresol 0.6 mg, lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate 10 mg.
Excipients: tartaric acid 26 mg, sodium saccharinate 2.08 mg, levomenthol 2.08 mg, peppermint leaf oil 2.08 mg, anise oil 0.52 mg, colorant quinoline yellow 0.0046 mg, indigo carmine 0.0156 mg, liquid sucrose 1523.4 mg, liquid dextrose (dextrose, oligo- and polysaccharides) 980.9 mg.
Flat cylindrical lozenges of a bluish-green color with the letter S imprinted on both sides of the lozenge, with a menthol aroma. The presence of a white bloom, slight air bubbles in the caramel mass and uneven edges is permissible.
Pharmacotherapeutic group
Antiseptic agent
Indications
Symptomatic treatment of severe sore throat in infectious-inflammatory diseases
Contraindications
Use during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy and lactation, the drug is taken only on a doctor’s recommendation if the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the risk to the child and fetus.
Method of use and doses
Read the instructions carefully before taking the drug.
Local use. Adults and children over 12 years: one lozenge should be sucked slowly once every 2 hours. Do not take more than 8 lozenges within 24 hours. Do not exceed the stated dose.
Duration of the course of treatment - no more than 3 days. If symptoms persist during 3 days of taking the drug, treatment must be stopped and a doctor consulted.
Special instructions
It is recommended to take the drug for the shortest possible course and at the minimum effective dose necessary to relieve symptoms. In case of possible loss of tongue sensitivity, caution is recommended when consuming hot food and drinks. People with diabetes mellitus should take into account that each lozenge contains approximately 2.6 g of sugar (0.22 BU).
If symptoms persist or a high body temperature develops, as well as in case of headache, consult a doctor.
