Beechams Max Strength Sore Throat Blackberry Flavour Lozenges
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1. What Beechams Max Strength Lozenges do Beechams Max Strength Lozenges are used for the relief of the symptoms of sore throat, its associated pain and pharyngitis (inflammation of the throat). m This medicine contains two active ingredients. Hexylresorcinol is ® an anaesthetic to numb pain in the throat and it is also a mild W B Btm antibacterial aqent which kills bacteria and qerms. Benzalkonium chloride is also an antibacterial agent which kills bacteria and T germs. BLACKBERRY FLAVOUR , , . , _ . „„ lozenges 2. Check before you take Beechams Max Hexylresorcinol, Benzalkonium chloride Strength Lozenges Do not take Beechams Max Strength Lozenges: • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to hexylresorcinol, benzalkonium chloride or any of the other ingredients (listed in Section 6). Please read right through this leaflet before you start using this • if you have sugar absorption problems. medicine. • if you have been told by your doctor that you have an This medicine is available without prescription, but you still need intolerance to some sugars contact your doctor before taking to use Beechams Max Strength Sore Throat Blackberry Flavour this medicine. Lozenges carefully to get the best results from them. • if you are under 7 years. • Keep this leaflet you may need to read it again. • If you have any questions, or if there is anything you do not Pregnancy and breast feeding understand, ask your pharmacist. Talk to your doctor before taking Beechams Max Strength In this leaflet Lozenges if you are pregnant or breast feeding. 1. What Beechams Max Strength Lozenges do Important information about some of the 2. Check before you take Beechams Max Strength Lozenges ingredients 3. How to take Beechams Max Strength Lozenges 4. Possible side effects Each lozenge contains a total amount of glucose and sucrose of 5. How to store Beechams Max Strength Lozenges up to 2.5 g. This should be taken into account if you have 6. Further information diabetes mellitus. DEVCOMP-0004346 | ||
3. How to take Beechams Max Strength Lozenges
Adults and children aged 12 years and over:
Dissolve one lozenge slowly in the mouth every 3 hours or as needed.
Do not take more than 8 lozenges in 24 hours.
Children aged 7 to 12 years:
Dissolve one lozenge slowly in the mouth every 3 hours or as needed.
Do not give more than 4 lozenges in 24 hours.
M • Do not take more than the recommended dose.
If your symptoms persist, see your doctor.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, Beechams Max Strength Lozenges can have side effects but not everybody gets them.
Stop taking this medicine and seek immediate medical help if
you experience:
• Allergic reactions. These may include developing a rash, swelling or difficulty breathing.
The following side effects may occur. Tell your doctor if you get them.
• Irritation or swelling in the mouth or throat.
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. How to store Beechams Max Strength Lozenges
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not store above 25°C.
Do not use this medicine after the 'EXP' date shown on the pack.
6. Further information
Active ingredient Each lozenge contains Hexylresorcinol 2.5 mg and Benzalkonium Chloride 1.2 mg.
Other ingredients Citric acid monohydrate, sucrose, liquid glucose, propylene glycol, blackberry flavour, levomenthol, ponceau red (E 124), brilliant black (E 151).
Colours ponceau red (E 124) and brilliant black (E 151) may cause allergic reactions.
Packs of Beechams Max Strength Sore Throat Blackberry Flavour Lozenges contain 10, 12 or 20 lozenges. Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
The marketing authorisation holder is GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare (UK) Trading Limited, Brentford, TW8 9GS, U.K. and all enquiries should be sent to this address.
The manufacturer is Przedsi^biorstwo Produkcyjno-Handlowe “EWA" S.A. ul. Zamkowy Folwark 9, 63-700 Krotoszyn, Poland
This leaflet was last revised in January 2016.
Beechams is a registered trademark owned by or licensed to the GSK group of companies.
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