Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Lozenges for Your Symptoms

Whether you’re experiencing a slightly itchy throat or more severe symptoms, there’s a Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) product for you.

For relief of mild sore throat symptoms such as a scratchy or itchy feeling, dryness, and mild pain when swallowing, you have five main Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol+Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) variants to choose from:

• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol - (Strepsils) Original 

• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) Extra Strong 

• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) Cool Sensation 

• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) Honey & Lemon 

• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) Warm Sensation with Ginger Flavor 

These sore throat lozenges help relieve mild sore throat in three ways:

1. By inhibiting the growth of viruses and bacteria¹ that can exacerbate throat conditions
2. By promoting saliva production, minimizing the feeling of dryness and irritation often associated with sore throat
3. By providing a mild numbing effect that helps minimize the discomfort associated with the condition

And with different flavors and even special variants—such as Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils)Lemon Sugar Free), Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol + Ascorbic Acid (Strepsils Orange With Vitamin C), and Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) Children 6+)—to choose from, you’ll definitely find one that perfectly suits your needs and preferences.

Callout #1

Drinking alcoholic beverages to supposedly disinfect the throat and relieve sore throat is a myth. Studies show that doing so could actually trigger the condition² in some cases by causing dehydration, increased inflammation, and even a weakened immune system.

• Hexylresorcinol (Strepsils Max) and Flurbiprofen (Strepsils MaxPro)

Known for its antiseptic, anthelmintic, at local anesthetic properties³, Hexylresorcinol (Strepsils Max) is clinically proven effective against the symptoms of severe sore throat. It’s specially formulated for patients six years old and above.

On the other hand, Flurbiprofen (Strepsils MaxPro) is formulated to be effective against the pain, inflammation, and difficulty swallowing⁴ caused by the condition, making it a good choice when your sore throat symptoms include swelling. Note, however, that Flurbiprofen (Strepsils MaxPro) can only be taken by patients 18 years old and up.

Not sure what type of sore throat you have? Mild sore throat is often characterized by itchiness. Severe sore throat, on the other hand, is often associated with pain, swelling, and inflammation. Find out more on the Sore Throat page.

For dry cough, you have the Dextromethorphan HBr (Strepsils Dry Cough). It’s clinically proven effective in helping minimize the urge to cough.⁵

Callout #2

It’s worth noting that dry cough can be caused by a wide variety of factors, such as viral and bacterial infections, allergies, asthma, or acid reflux. While taking lozenges can help minimize the urge to cough, properly identifying and treating or managing the root cause is still the key to long-term relief. Please consult your doctor for more information.

If your coughing is caused by sticky mucus, Ambroxol Hydrochloride (Strepsils Chesty Cough) is the product for you. It’s scientifically proven to help alleviate chesty cough symptoms⁶ in two ways:

1. By helping break down and thin the mucus in the lungs, making it easier to expel
2. By promoting the production of a substance called surfactant, which makes it more difficult for mucus to stick to the body’s airways, ultimately protecting them from irritation and infection

Callout #3

Depending on the severity of the conditions that cause dry cough, they can also cause chesty or productive cough. This means that just like with dry cough, while taking lozenges can help with the coughing itself, properly treating the underlying condition is the best way to enjoy long-term relief.

Getting relief from sore throat and coughing is easier when you know the right lozenges to take—and with Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) wide range of products, you can easily get the exact type of lozenges you need for your condition. Shop now.

If your symptoms persist or start to worsen, please consult your doctor.