Cepacol Sore Throat Max Numb (oral mucous membrane)
Generic name:menthol topical (oral mucous membrane) [ MEN-thol-TOP-ik-al ]
Brand names: Cepacol Sore Throat Max Numb, Halls Mentho-Lyptus Drops, Koldets Cough Drops, Luden's Honey Lemon Throat Drops, Medikoff,
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Drug class:Topical rubefacient
What is Cepacol Sore Throat Max Numb?
Menthol is either manmade or made from the extracts of mint oil. Menthol provides a cooling sensation when applied to the skin or other tissues (such as the tongue, gums, or inside the cheeks).
Cepacol Sore Throat Max Numb (for use inside the mouth) is used to treat minor sore throat pain, or mouth irritation caused by a canker sore.
Cepacol Sore Throat Max Numb may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Cepacol Sore Throat Max Numb if you are allergic to menthol.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:
cough with mucus;
cough caused by smoking, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis;
a sore throat with fever, headache, swelling, skin rash, or nausea and vomiting; or
if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
A menthol lozenge may contain glucose (sugar) or phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you have diabetes or phenylketonuria (PKU).
Do not give this medicine to a baby or young child without a doctor's advice.
How should I use Cepacol Sore Throat Max Numb?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not swallow the menthol lozenge whole. Allow it to dissolve in your mouth without chewing.
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