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The product code(s) for this leaflet is: PL14017/0313.
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Index
1. What Mackenzies Smelling Salts are and what they are used for 2. Before you use 3. How to use 4. Possible side effects 5. How to store 6. Further information
1. What Mackenzies Smelling Salts are and what they are used for
Mackenzies Smelling Salts may be used for the relief of the symptoms of inflamed mucous membranes of the head and throat where thick phlegm is produced (catarrh) and head colds.
2. Before you use
Do not use Mackenzies Smelling Salts in children under 3 months old.
3. How to use
Inhale only.
Inhale vapour through nostrils as required.
If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
4. Possible side effects
Mackenzies Smelling Salts should not cause any unwanted effects.
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 or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. How to store
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Store in a cool place.
Do not use Mackenzies Smelling Salts after the expiry date stated on the bottle. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6. Further information
What Mackenzies Smelling Salts contain
The active substances (the ingredients that make the smelling salts work) are 0.539g eucalyptus oil and at least 8.82g ammonia liquor 880/890 per bottle.
The other ingredients are glycerol, soft soap, tapioca and water.
What Mackenzies Smelling Salts look like and contents of the pack
Mackenzies Smelling Salts are white granules soaked in a liquid.
Pack size is 17ml.
Marketing Authorisation Holder
Dexcel®-Pharma Ltd. 7 Sopwith Way Drayton Fields Daventry Northamptonshire NN11 8PB United Kingdom
Manufacturer
Apollo Pharma Limited Unit 1 Irwell Works Lower Woodhill Road Bury BL8 1AA UK
PL 14017/0313
This leaflet was last revised in March 2024.
MacKENZIES SMELLING SALTS is a Trade Mark of Dexcel®-Pharma Ltd.
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