Lozenges: A Convenient Sore Throat Remedy

You know that scratchy, irritating feeling in your throat that just won’t go away? Whether it’s from a nasty cold, the flu (or trangkaso), or even allergies, sore throats are an all-too-common annoyance. If you’re always on the go, meeting people, and tackling busy days, chances are you’ve had your fair share of them. The good news? You don’t have to suffer in silence—lozenges are a simple, effective sore throat remedy that can help get you back to feeling your best.

What are Lozenges?

Lozenges are small, typically disc-shaped sweets that contain active ingredients that dissolve slowly in the mouth. Often used for medicinal purposes such as soothing sore throats and minor mouth irritations or relieving dry mouth, lozenges come in various flavors like mint, honey, and lemon.

How Lozenges Work

Medicated lozenges are specially designed to dissolve slowly in the mouth, ensuring a targeted and sustained release of active ingredients3.

Lozenges often contain active ingredients such as antiseptics, anesthetics, or anti-inflammatory agents such as dichlorobenzyl alcohol or ambroxol hydrochloride that help relieve sore throat, coughs, and other minor mouth irritations.

More Than Just Candy

A candy typically contains sugar, flavoring, and sometimes menthol or lemon extract⁴. They may provide temporary soothing effects because of the menthol but they do not contain medicinal active ingredients, so they are primarily for enjoyment and freshening breath.

Unlike candy, medicated lozenges work to relieve discomfort while addressing throat infections and irritation directly. With active ingredients like dichlorobenzyl alcohol, amylmetacresol or hexylresorcinol that have antiseptic2 and antibacterial1 properties, they go beyond mere taste.

Lozenges like Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) start working in as fast as 60 seconds, providing relief that lasts up to 2 hours.

Relief from Mild or Severe Sore Throat

Whether you’re experiencing mild or severe sore throat, you can get effective relief with  Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils)’ wide range of products clinically proven to relieve and treat sore throat symptoms.

For mild and itchy sore throat, you can try Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils).  available in different flavors:

• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol+Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) Original
• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol+Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) Honey Lemon
• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol+Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) Cool Sensation

Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) contains two antibacterial agents to help kill sore throat causing bacteria, delivering fast-acting relief to prevent sore throat pain from worsening.

For those experiencing severe throat pain and inflammation, Flurbiprofen (Strepsils MaxPro) lozenges are a much more suitable option. This variant is anti-inflammatory, offering pain relief while reducing swelling. Flurbiprofen (Strepsils Max Pro) can alleviate pain and inflammation for up to 6 hours, making it a reliable choice for sore throat relief.

Available at your nearest local pharmacy or online at the Reckitt Health and Beauty Official Store on Lazada and Reckitt Health Official Shop on Shopee.

Warnings and Side Effects

• While sore throat lozenges are generally safe, side effects may include numbness or allergic reactions.4
• Keep all medicines out of reach of children.
• If sore throat persists for more than two days accompanied by fever or headache or nausea, consult your doctor.

Key Takeaways

• Lozenges, also known as medicated candies, are a convenient sore throat remedy that dissolves slowly in the mouth for targeted and sustained release of active ingredients
• Lozenges often address symptoms like cough, sore throat, and mouth irritations through active ingredients that have antibacterial and anesthetic properties
• Sore throat lozenges are available in various flavors like mint, honey, and lemon
• Brands like Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) offer a range of products for effective relief for mild and severe sore throats, working in as fast as 60 seconds and providing soothing relief for up to 2 hours
• Lozenges resemble candy, so they should be kept out of children’s reach.

References:

1. National Center for Biotechnology Information. (n.d.).PubChem Compound Summary for CID 2458, Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol. PubChem. Retrieved February 3, 2025, from https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Dichlorobenzyl-Alcohol
2. Compound Interest. (2015). The chemistry of throat lozenges: How they soothe a sore throat. Retrieved from https://www.compoundchem.com/2015/04/02/throat-lozenges/
3. Quantum Health. (n.d.). Throat lozenges vs. cough drops: What's the difference? Retrieved from https://quantumhealth.com/blogs/post/throat-lozenges-vs-cough-drops
4. WebMD. (n.d.). Throat lozenges mucous membrane – Uses, side effects, and more. Retrieved February 3, 2025, from https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-3867/throat-lozenges-mucous-membrane/details