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Sainsbury’s Throat Lozenges Blackcurrant

Amylmetacresol

Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.

•    Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet.

•    Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.

•    Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.

•    If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.

•    You must contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve.

What is in this leaflet

1.    What this medicine is and what it is used for

2.    Before you take this medicine

3.    How to take this medicine

4.    Possible side effects

5.    How to store this medicine

6.    Contents of the pack and other information

1.    What this medicine is and what it is used for

These lozenges are recommended for the relief of sore throats and coughs. They contain the active ingredient amylmetacresol which has antiseptic properties in a soothing base.

2.    Before you take this medicine Do not

•    take these lozenges if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to the active ingredient or any of the other ingredients in this medicine (listed in section 6).

•    give to children under 3 years.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medication.

If you are pregnant, or think you may be pregnant please ask your doctor or pharmacist before using these lozenges. They may not be suitable for you.

Important information about some of the ingredients of this medicine

•    Each lozenge contains a total of 2.4g of sucrose and glucose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this product. This should be taken into account if you have diabetes mellitus.

•    The colours Brilliant black (E151) and Ponceau 4R (El24) in this medicine may cause allergic reactions.

3.    How to take this medicine

Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet. Check with your pharmacist if you are not sure.

Dosage

Adults, the elderly and children of 3 years and over:

•    Suck one lozenge slowly as required.

- Do not take more than 12 lozenges in 24 hours. Do not give to children under 3 years.

Do not exceed the stated dose.

If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

If you take too many lozenges: talk to a doctor or pharmacist straight away.

If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your pharmacist.

4.    Possible side effects

Like all medicines, these lozenges can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

If you get any of these serious side effects, stop taking this medicine. See a doctor at once:

•    Difficulty in breathing, swelling of the face, neck, tongue or throat and rash (severe allergic reactions).

This other effect is less serious. If it bothers you, talk to a pharmacist:

•    Sore tongue.

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Reporting of side effects 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 ahwww.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard.

By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5.    How to store this medicine

•    These lozenges do not require any special storage conditions.

•    Do not take after the expiry date (last day of the month) printed on the carton after 'Use by'.

•    Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Ask your pharmacist how to thiow away medicines you no longer use.

These measures will help protect the environment.

6.    Contents of the pack and other information

What this medicine contains

Each lozenge contains: Active Ingredient: Amylmetacresol 0.6mg Also contains: Sucrose, Liquid glucose, Sodium ascorbate. Ascorbic acid,

Blackcurrant flavour. Tartaric acid, Menthol, Ponceau 4R (E124), Brilliant Black (E15T).

What this medicine looks like and contents of the pack

They are dear, round, reddish-purple lozenges. They are available in blister packs of 36.

Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer

Ernest Jackson & Co. Ltd, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3AP, UK.

Produced by Ihe Marketing Authorisation Holder for Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd, London, EC1N2HT.

This leaflet was last revised in June 2013

LE77/0-7

PL00094/0011

Other formats

To request a copy of this leaflet in Braille_/ large print or audio please call 01363 636000.

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Sainsbury’s Throat Lozenges Blackcurrant

Amylmetacresol

Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.

•    Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet.

•    Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.

•    Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.

•    If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.

•    You must contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve.

What is in this leaflet

1.    What this medicine is and what it is used for

2.    Before you take this medicine

3.    How to take this medicine

4.    Possible side effects

5.    How to store this medicine

6.    Contents of the pack and other information

1.    What this medicine is and what it is used for

These lozenges are recommended for the relief of sore throats and coughs.

They contain the active ingredient amylmetacresol which has antiseptic properties in a soothing base.

2.    Before you take this medicine Do not

•    take these lozenges if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to the active ingredient or any of the other ingredients in this medicine (listed in section 6).

•    give to children under 3 years.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medication.

If you are pregnant, or think you may be pregnant please ask your doctor or pharmacist before using these lozenges. They may not be suitable for you.

Important information about some of the ingredients of this medicine

•    Each lozenge contains a total of 2.4g of sucrose and glucose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this product. This should be taken into account if you have diabetes mellitus.

•    The colours Brilliant black (E151) and Ponceau 4R (E124) in this medicine may cause allergic reactions.

3.    How to take this medicine

Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet. Check with your pharmacist if you are not sure.

Dosage

Adults, the elderly and children of 3 years and over:

•    Suck one lozenge slowly as required.

•    Do not take more than 12 lozenges in 24 hours. Do not give to children under 3 years.

Do not exceed the stated dose.

If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

If you take too many lozenges: talk to a doctor or pharmacist straight away.

If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your pharmacist.

4.    Possible side effects

Like all medicines, these lozenges can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

If you get any of these serious side effects, stop taking this medicine. See a doctor at once:

•    Difficulty in breathing, swelling of the face, neck, tongue or throat and rash (severe allergic reactions).

This other effect is less serious. If it bothers you, talk to a pharmacist:

•    Sore tongue

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Reporting of Side Effects.

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 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 this medicine

•    These lozenges do not require any special storage conditions.

•    Do not take after the expiry date (last day of the month) printed on the carton after 'Use by'.

•    Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use.

These measures will help protect the environment.

6.    Contents of the pack and other information

What this medicine contains

Each lozenge contains: Active Ingredient:

Amylmetacresol 0.6mg

Also contains: Sucrose, Liquid glucose,

Sodium ascorbate, Ascorbic acid,

Blackcurrant flavour, Tartaric acid, Menthol, Ponceau 4R (E124), Brilliant black (El 51).

What this medicine looks like and contents of the pack

They are clear, round reddish-purple lozenges. They are available in blister packs of 36.

Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer

Ernest Jackson & Co. Ltd, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3AP, UK.

Produced by the Marketing Authorisation Holder for Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd, London, EC1N2HT.

This leaflet was last revised in August 2013 LE91/0-5

Other formats To request a copy of this leaflet in Braille, large print or audio please call 01363 636000.

PL00094/0011