Vocalzone Pastilles
8mm
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8mm
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Vocal zone
PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER
Vocalzone Throat Pastilles
Menthol, Peppermint Oil, Myrrh Tincture
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
What this medicine is and what it is used for
These pastilles contain the active ingredients menthol, peppermint oil and myrrh tincture which soothe and help to reduce inflammation. Vocalzone are recommended to help relieve throat irritation or dryness which may occur if you have been talking, singing or smoking excessively or if you have a cold.
Before you take this medicine
Do not
• take these pastilles if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to the active ingredients or any of the other ingredients in this medicine (listed in section 6).
• give to children under 12 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 pastilles. They may not be suitable for you.
These pastilles contain 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.
The colour E153 in these pastilles contains sodium benzoate E211 The preservative E211 is mildly irritant to the skin, eyes and mucous membranes.
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 over 12 years:
• Dissolve one pastille in the mouth and breathe deeply. Repeat every two hours
if required.
• Do not give to children under 12 years.
• Do not exceed the stated dose.
• If symptoms persist, consult your doctor. If you take too many pastilles: talk to a doctor or pharmacist straight away.
If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your pharmacist.
Possible side effects
Like all medicines, these pastilles 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).
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 at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
How to store this medicine
• Store below 25°C.
• Do not take after the expiry date (last day of the month) printed on the carton after 'EXP'.
• Keep out of the sight and reach 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.
Contents of the pack and other information
What this medicine contains
Each pastille contains the active ingredients menthol 1.07%w/w, peppermint oil 0.54%w/w, myrrh tincture 1.39% v/w.
Also contains: sucrose, liquid glucose, modified starch (tapioca, maize), vegetable oil, carnauba wax, colour E153 (vegetable carbon black, glucose syrup, sodium benzoate E211), liquorice extract, purified water.
What this medicine looks like and contents of the pack
They are brown/black, round pastilles with the letters 'VZ' on one face.
They are available in blister packs of 24.
Marketing Authorisation Holder
Kestrel Medical Limited,
Kestrel House, 7 Moor Road,
Broadstone, Dorset,
BH18 8AZ, UK.
Manufacturer
Ernest Jackson & Co. Ltd, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3AP, UK.
This leaflet was last revised in June 2016
Other formats
To request a copy of this leaflet in Braille, large print or audio please call 01202 658444 LE67/2
PL 18955/0001