Strepsils Sore Throat And Cough Lozenges - 24 Lozenges

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This medicine contains sucrose (1.496g per lozenge) and glucose (1.013g per lozenge). Patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency should not take this medicine. The potential side effects of taking a neuromodulator for a chronic dry cough may depend on the specific medication. Typical side effects may include: Menthol lozenges are another OTC option to treat a dry cough. Menthol provides a cooling sensation and may have a temporary numbing effect that reduces a dry cough.

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The primary active ingredients are dichlorobenzyl alcohol and amylmetacresol, [4] with some formulations containing ascorbic acid (vitamin C). [5] Inactive ingredients include menthol, tartaric acid, and propylene glycol. [4] History [ edit ] Fast Acting Relief That Works in Just 5 Minutes - At the first sign, soothe the throat but also fight infection to prevent sore throat from getting worse. This medicine contains only very low levels of gluten (from wheat starch). It is regarded as 'gluten-free' and is very unlikely to cause problems if you have coeliac disease. One lozenge contains no more than 20.26 micrograms of gluten. If you have wheat allergy (different from coeliac disease) you should not take this medicine. Along with its needed effects, dextromethorphan (the active ingredient contained in Strepsils Cough) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Because using neuromodulators to treat a dry cough is an off-label use, doctors do not have extensive studies on a starting dose.

Murray S, Brewerton T. Abuse of over-the-counter dextromethorphan by teenagers. South Med J. 1993;86:1151-3. This medicine contains only very low levels of gluten (from wheat starch). It is regarded as 'gluten-free' and is very unlikely to cause problems if you have coeliac disease.

Wolfe TR, Caravati EM. Massive dextromethorphan ingestion and abuse. Am J Emerg Med. 1995;13:174-6. If you experience an adverse drug interaction, stop taking this drug and continue taking your other medication. Inform your doctor immediately to reevaluate your treatment plan. Your dose may need to be adjusted, substituted with another drug, or discontinue using the drug. Does food or alcohol interact with Strepsils®?

The recommended dosage for medications containing cough suppressants may vary depending on the exact active drug and a person’s weight and age. Vitamin C is added for Strepsils vitamin C-100. Each Strepsils Vitamin C-100 pill contains 1.2mg of 2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol, Amylmetacresol 0.6mg and 100mg of vitamin C. In addition to the OTC medications, prescription drugs may treat a dry cough. Neuromodulators are one example.

The dosage for decongestants depends on the active ingredient. For decongestants containing pseudoephedrine, the dosage is usually 60 mg up to four times per day, or 120 mg twice daily for the extended-release form. A person should not take more than 240 mg in 24 hours. Precautions This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per dose, that is to say essentially 'sodium-free'. Clinically Proven to Work for Up to 2 Hours - Unlike non-medicated throat sweets, Strepsils contain medicine that keep on working long after the lozenge has gone. In some cases, a stuffy nose may lead to a dry cough. Decongestants help reduce the swelling in the upper airway. This helps a person breathe more easily, reduces postnasal drip, and eases dry coughing.https://www.ccjm.org/content/87/2/83#:~:text=Neuromodulators%20for%20chronic%20cough&text=Although%20this%20is%20an%20off,many%20cases%20of%20chronic%20cough.&text=Currently%2C%20there%20is%20evidence%20that,may%20benefit%20chronic%20cough%20patients Dissolve 1 teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water and gargle. Do not swallow the water. Usually, gargling with salt water does not cause any adverse effects. Marshmallow root extract Possible side effects from taking some decongestants, such as those containing pseudoephedrine, include: