Tesco Dual Action Honey & Lemon Flavour 2.4mg Lozenges
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PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER
Halls Sore Throat Relief Dual Action Honey & lemon Flavour 2.4mo Lozenges
Hexylresorcinol
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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.
• The colours sunset yellow (El 10) and carmoisine (E122) in this medicine may cause allergic reactions.
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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 at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
These lozenges are recommended for sore throats and associated pain. The active ingredient hexylresorcinol is an antiseptic which combats the bacteria that cause sore throats. It also acts as an anaesthetic to bring soothing relief of pain and discomfort.
Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet. Check with your pharmacist if you are not sure.
Dosage
• Dissolve one lozenge slowly in the mouth every 3 hours or as required.
• Do not take more than 12 lozenges in 24 hours.
Do not give to children under 6 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.
• Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original packaging.
• Do not take after the expiry date (last day of the month) printed on the carton after
'Use by'.
• 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.
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 6 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.
Like all medicines, these lozenges can cause side effects, although not everyone 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 or tongue or throat and rash (severe allergic reactions).
The other effect is less serious. If it bothers you, talk to a pharmacist:
• Sore tongue.
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What this medicine contains
Each lozenge contains hexylresorcinol 2.4mg as the active ingredient.
Also contains: sucrose, glucose, honey and lemon flavours, menthol, propylene glycol, quinoline yellow (E104), sunset yellow (El 10), carmoisine (E122), green S (E142).
What this medicine looks like and contents of the pack
They are round, orange-brown lozenges. They are available in blister packs of 20.
Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer
Ernest Jackson & Co. Ltd, Crediton, Devon,
EX17 3AP, UK.
This leaflet was last revised in August 2014
Other formats
To request a copy of this leaflet in Braille, large print or audio please call 01363 636000.
PL 00094/0036
LE107/0
PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER
Halls Sore Throat Relief Dual Action Honey & lemon Flavour 2.4mo Lozenges
Hexylresorcinol
Before you take this medicine
Possible side effects
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 lozenges are recommended for sore throats and associated pain. The active ingredient hexylresorcinol is an antiseptic which combats the bacteria that cause sore throats. It also acts as an anaesthetic to bring soothing relief of pain and discomfort.
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 6 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 sunset yellow (El 10) and carmoisine (E122) in this medicine may cause allergic reactions.
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
• Dissolve one lozenge slowly in the mouth every 3 hours or as required.
• Do not take more than 12 lozenges in 24 hours.
Do not give to children under 6 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.
Like all medicines, these lozenges can cause side effects, although not everyone 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 or tongue or throat and rash (severe allergic reactions).
The 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 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
• Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original packaging.
• Do not take after the expiry date (last day of the month) printed on the carton after
'Use by'.
• 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.
H ^ Contents of the pack and other ^ J information_
What this medicine contains
Each lozenge contains hexylresorcinol 2.4mg as the active ingredient.
Also contains: sucrose, glucose, honey and lemon flavours, menthol, propylene glycol, quinoline yellow (E104), sunset yellow (E110), carmoisine (E122), green S (E142).
What this medicine looks like and contents of the pack
They are round, orange-brown lozenges. They are available in blister packs of 20.
Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer
Ernest Jackson fir Co. Ltd, Crediton, Devon,
EX17 3AP, UK.
This leaflet was last revised in August 2014
Other formats
To request a copy of this leaflet in Braille, large print or audio please call 01363 636000.
PL 00094/0036 LE108/0
