Sainsburys Extra Throat Lozenges Honey & Lemon
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Sainsbury’s Extra Throat Lozenges
Honey & Lemon
Hexylresorcinol and Benzalkonium
Chloride solution
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
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.
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 over
12 years:
• Dissolve one lozenge slowly in the mouth every three hours or as required.
• Do not take more than 8 lozenges in 24 hours.
Children aged 7 to 12 years:
• Dissolve one lozenge slowly in the mouth every three hours or as required.
• Do not take more than 4 lozenges in 24 hours.
Do not give to children under 7 years.
Do not exceed the stated dose.
If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
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1. What this medicine is and what it is used for
These lozenges provide relief from painful, inflamed sore throats. They contain antiseptic in a soothing base which kills germs that can cause sore throats and also works as an anaesthetic to relieve pain and discomfort.
2. Before you take this medicine Do not
• Take these lozenges 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 7 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.
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.
(continued overleaf)
Reporting of Side Effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effect 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 of the safety of this medicine.
5. How to store this medicine
• Do not store above 25‘c.
• Store in original package.
• 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 hexylresoricinol 2.5mg and benzalkonium chloride solution 1.2mg as the active ingredients. Also contains sucrose, liquid glucose, menthol, lemon and honey flavours, propylene glycol, beta carotene (E160a).
What this medicine looks like and contents of the pack
They are clear, yellow 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, EC1N 2HT.
This leaflet was last revised in January 2014
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 Extra Throat Lozenges Honey & Lemon
Hexylresorcinol and Benzalkonium Chloride solution
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 provide relief from painful, inflamed sore throats. They contain antiseptic in a soothing base which kills germs that can cause sore throats and also works as an anaesthetic to relieve pain and discomfort.
2. Before you take this medicine Do not
• take these lozenges 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 7 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.
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 over 12 years:
• Dissolve one lozenge slowly in the mouth every three hours or as required.
• Do not take more than 8 lozenges in 24 hours.
Children aged 7 to 12 years:
• Dissolve one lozenge slowly in the mouth every three hours or as required.
• Do not take more than 4 lozenges in 24 hours.
Do not give to children under 7 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.
(continued overleaf)
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
• Do not store above 25°C.
• Store in the original package.
• 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 hexylresorcinol 2.5mg and benzalkonium chloride solution 1.2mg as the active ingredients.
Also contains sucrose, liquid glucose, menthol, lemon and honey flavours, propylene glycol, beta-carotene (El60a)
What this medicine looks like and contents of the pack
They are dear, yellow lozenges. They are available in blister packs of 36.
Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer
Ernest Jackson Sr Co. Ltd, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3AP, UK.
Produced by the Marketing Authorisation Holder for Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd, London, EC1N2HT.
Other formats To request a copy of this leaflet in Braille, large print or audio please call 01363 636000.
This leaflet was last revised in September 2013 LE92/1-2
PL00094/0045
