Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges

Composition of Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges

Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges contains Amylmetacresol 0.6 mg + 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol 1.2 mg per lozenge (typical Strepsils antiseptic formulation). It belongs to the Local antiseptic lozenge (amylmetacresol + dichlorobenzyl alcohol) class of medicines.

Uses of Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges

• Symptomatic relief of sore throat
• throat irritation
• mild throat infections
• mouth/throat discomfort due to common cold or flu

Key benefits

• Soothes sore throat
• Reduces throat irritation
• Provides local antiseptic action
• Helps relieve discomfort in cold-related sore throat

How Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges works

Amylmetacresol and 2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol are local antiseptics that help reduce growth of bacteria and some viruses in the mouth and throat. The lozenge base soothes the throat by increasing salivation and providing a demulcent effect, easing pain and irritation.

How to take Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges

For oral use as a lozenge. Dissolve 1 lozenge slowly in the mouth every 2–3 hours as needed; do not chew or swallow whole. Use the lowest effective amount and follow pack instructions; do not exceed the recommended daily limit. Children should use only as per label/doctor advice and under adult supervision.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine is unlikely from skin use, but swallowing an antiseptic is dangerous and needs immediate medical attention. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges

Most side effects of Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Mouth irritation or burning
• altered taste
• nausea
• stomach upset
• allergic reactions (rash
• swelling)
• numbness/tingling in mouth

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges

Warnings and precautions

Do not use if allergic to any ingredients. If sore throat is severe, persists beyond 2–3 days, or is accompanied by fever, headache, nausea/vomiting, seek medical advice. Use with caution in children (choking risk; follow age guidance on pack). If you develop breathing difficulty, facial swelling, or severe rash, stop use and seek urgent care.

Do not take Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for use on large burns or deep wounds without medical advice.

Interactions with other medicines

No clinically significant interactions expected with occasional use; avoid using multiple throat antiseptic/anaesthetic products together unless advised.

How to store Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from heat and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Strepsils Ginger & Lemon Lozenges

Clean the wound under running water first, then apply. Cover a clean wound with a sterile dressing and change it if it becomes wet or dirty.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Reckitt Benckiser (India) Pvt Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Throat antiseptic/analgesic (OTC)

Drug class:

Local antiseptic lozenge (amylmetacresol + dichlorobenzyl alcohol)