Boots Triple Action Sore Throat Relief Blackcurrant Flavour 2.4mg Lozenges

Patient Leaflet Updated 12-Jan-2023 | THE BOOTS COMPANY PLC

Boots Triple Action Sore Throat Relief Blackcurrant Flavour 2.4mg Lozenges

Package leaflet: Information for the user

Boots Triple Action Sore Throat Relief Blackcurrant Flavour 2.4mg Lozenges

(Hexylresorcinol)

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 (see section 4).
  • 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 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 a local anaesthetic to bring soothing relief of pain and discomfort.

2. Before you take this medicine
Do not
  • Take these lozenges if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to the active ingredient or any 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 in this medicine
  • Each lozenge contains a total of 2.4 g of sucrose and glucose. This should be taken into account if you have diabetes mellitus. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking the product.
  • The colours ponceau 4R (E124) and brilliant black (E151) in this medicine may cause allergic reactions
  • This medicine contains 2.88 mg propylene glycol in each lozenge.

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 of 6 years and over:

  • 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.

4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, these lozenges can have 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
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 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 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.

6. Contents of the pack and other information
What this medicine contains

Each lozenge contains hexylresorcinol 2.4 mg as the active ingredient.

Also contains: sucrose, glucose, citric acid monohydrate, menthol, propylene glycol, blackcurrant flavour, colours ponceau 4R (E124), brilliant black (E151).

What this medicine looks like and contents of the pack

They are round, purple lozenges.

They are available in blister packs of 24.

Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer

Manufactured for

The Boots Company PLC
Nottingham
NG2 3AA

by The Marketing Authorisation Holder

Ernest Jackson & Co. Ltd
Crediton
Devon
EX17 3AP
UK

This leaflet was last revised in May 2020

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PL 00094/0255

Artwork References; WBAG430286 (folded) and WBAG430288 (flat)

Company Contact Details
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