What medicine is in Strepsils?
Strepsils have been in production since 1958 and contain two active ingredients, namely: amylmetacresol and 2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol. These ingredients are mild antiseptics that can kill bacteria associated with mouth and throat infections.
What is Strepsil used for?
Strepsils Lozenges for Adults and Children Over Six contains two antiseptic ingredients for use in throat medications. These are used for the symptomatic relief of mouth and throat infections. These ingredients are both mild antiseptics which kill the bacteria associated with mouth and throat infections.
Is Strepsils an antibiotic?
Product Description. Strepsils Plus Lozenges have been formulated to give effective relief from medium to more troublesome sore throats. Their dual action formula contains a local anaesthetic to numb the throat while the two antibacterial agents help kill the bacteria which can cause sore throats and mouth infections.
Is Strepsil good for sore throat?
Strepsils provide fast-acting relief which helps prevent sore throat pain from getting worse. It contains two antiseptic ingredients to soothe the throat and kill germs and bacteria, preventing them from multiplying. Double action for fight first signs of sore throat.
How much vitamin C is in Strepsils?
Each lozenge has a boost of 100mg of vitamin C, which will help replace the vitamin C you may lose during a cold. Each lozenge also contains a combination of two antiseptics (2, 4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol 1.2mg, Amylmetacresol 0.6mg) to relieve the discomfort of sore throats in orange flavour.
Does Strepsils cure cough?
Strepsils Dry cough is an antitussive lozenge which provides effective relief from dry cough. It is a cough suppressant which reduces the urge to cough. Used as a cough suppressant for the relief of nonproductive cough.
Can Strepsils cure cough?
Do Strepsils have side effects?
General. Adverse effects have included gastrointestinal disturbances such as stomach upset and diarrhea.
Can I have 2 Strepsils?
Use the lowest dose for the shortest duration necessary to relieve symptoms. Adults: One lozenge every 2 3 hours up to a maximum of 12 lozenges in 24 hours.
Is Strepsils good for dry cough?
When should I take Strepsils?
Adults: One lozenge every 2 3 hours up to a maximum of 12 lozenges in 24 hours. Children over 6 years old: As above for adults.