Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is prescribed to patients with sore throat and mouth/throat infections.

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S contains Dybenal (Dichlorbenzyl alcohol) as an active ingredient.

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is taken orally with or without meals or as prescribed by your doctor.

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is prescribed to adults and children (aged 12 years and above)

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is to be used only when necessary

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Description

About

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is a revolutionary drug that is prescribed to bring relief to irritated, dry, and/or sore throats. Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is available as a lozenge that is to be kept on the patient’s tongue. Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S can be sucked upon which helps lubricate the throat and ease coughing or dryness; otherwise Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S naturally, slowly disintegrates in the oral cavity.

Dosage is dependent upon the patient’s needs but is commonly prescribed to be ingested by patients once every 2-3 hours for 3 days. If after three days, patients don’t experience long-lasting relief it’s advised that they visit a physician.

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is deemed unsafe to be prescribed to patients aged 6 years and below, to patients who have allergies to wheat, and to patients who are intolerant to sugar. Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S may be ingested by pregnant or lactating women after getting approval from their physician.

Indications

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S can be used to treat:

  • Sore throat 
  • Dry throat 
  • Dry cough

How Does Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S Work

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S works by eliminating bacteria and preventing its replication. Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S also aids in lubricating the throat.

How To Use Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is available as a lozenge that is to be kept on the patient’s tongue. Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S can be sucked upon which helps lubricate the throat and ease coughing or dryness; otherwise Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S naturally, slowly disintegrates in the oral cavity.

Dosage

Adult Dosage

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S can be ingested once every two to three hours. In 24 hours, a maximum of 12 lozenges can be safely ingested by patients.

Child Dosage

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is not prescribed to patients aged 6 years and above.7 years and above aged patients are prescribed 1-2 lozenges.

Elderly Dosage 

For patients aged 65 years and above Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S can be ingested once every two to three hours. It’s advised that patients seek their physician’s approval before ingesting any drug.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

There isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is unsafe for ingestion by pregnant and/or lactating women. It’s advised that expecting women or breastfeeding mothers consult their physicians before ingesting any drug.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S:

  • Allergic reaction to Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S or any other drug or ingredient
  • Patients aged 6 years and below
  • Wheat allergy 
  • Fructose intolerance 

Precautions 

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S:

  • Pregnant women
  • Lactating women 
  • Diabetic patients 

Interactions With Other Medications

No interactions between Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S and any other drug had been reported or recorded to date.

Adverse Effects

Adverse effects are experienced by patients if Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S causes an allergic reaction. In such instances closing up of the throat, swelling of face and hands, leading to difficulty in breathing and swallowing may be reported.

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

Patients are requested to immediately visit their nearest hospital or an Epipen (Epinephrine) may be administered at home if available.

FAQ’S

#1.How To Store Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S?

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children, in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#2. What If I Take Too Much Of Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S?

An extra dose or two of Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is not known to cause any harm but excess ingestion of Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is a cause for concern and should be avoided and immediately reported to the doctor as it may lead to serious side effects such as fainting, breathlessness, and irregular heartbeats.

#3.What If I Miss A Dose Of Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

#4. How Is Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S Supposed To Be Taken?

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is to be converted from its packaging and inserted in the oral cavity where Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S will slowly disintegrate in the mouth. 

#5. Is It Safe To Have Painkillers While Taking Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S?

Yes. Over-the-counter painkillers such as paracetamol are safe to be ingested along with Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S under the supervision of a doctor.

#6. Does Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S Cause Addiction?

No. This drug has shown no evidence to prove addiction of any kind in any patient.

#7. How Long Will I Have To Continue Taking The Medication?

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S is advised for a short term of a maximum of 3 days. If patients still suffer from symptoms of sore throat, then it’s advised to consult a physician.

#8.Is Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S Safe To Give To Elderly Patients?

Yes. This drug can be easily and safely prescribed to patients above 6 years of age.

#9. What Is Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S Composed Off?

Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S contains Dichlorobenzyl alcohol, Amylmetacresol, Propylene glycol, and menthol.

#10. Can I Drive After Taking This Medication?

Patients are allowed to drive and operate other heavy machinery while undergoing treatment with Strepsils Comfort Honey and Lemon Tablet 10 ‘S

 

 

Additional information

Type

Tablet

Feature

Honey and Lemon

Unit

'S

Formula

Dybenal

Composition

Dybenal 1.2 mg

Brand

Reckitt Benckiser

Prescription Required

Yes