Strepsils: More Than Just a Sore Throat Candy

What are Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) Lozenges?

Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) is a soothing and medicated range of lozenges containing active medical ingredients to relieve sore throat and cough. Unlike ordinary sore throat sweets, Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) provides clinically proven relief which lasts for long after the lozenge has gone.

Its wide range of products can help with throat pain, difficulty swallowing, cough with itchy throat, chesty cough, and swollen throat.

Why Should You Take Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) Lozenges?

Sore throats aren’t just annoying. They can disrupt your day or prevent you from getting a good night’s rest. Looking to remedy a sore throat overnight fast?  Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) can give you fast and long-lasting relief from sore throat in a convenient format:

• Fast relief - Medicated lozenges like Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) help you get clinically proven relief from sore throats in as fast as 60 seconds.
• Long-lasting relief - Containing active ingredients that directly address throat infections and irritation, the effects of Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) lasts up to 2 hours
• Convenient format - Lozenges are portable and easy to take. They’re designed to dissolve slowly in the mouth, ensuring a targeted and sustained release of active ingredients.¹

But it’s not limited to sore throats. If you have a dry or chesty cough, Dextromethorphan HBr (Strepsils Dry Cough) and Ambroxol Hydrochloride (Strepsils Chesty Cough) helps you get effective relief so you can go about your day.

How Does Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) Soothe Sore Throat Pain?

Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) antiseptic and soothing properties can help relieve sore throat symptoms, such as pain and discomfort. Each sore throat lozenge contains a combination of antibacterials to help kill the bacteria that can cause sore throats and mouth infections.

By sucking on a lozenge, the salivary glands are also stimulated to produce a flow of saliva which acts as a demulcent and further lubricates and soothes a sore throat.

Whether you're experiencing mild sore throat, severe throat, or cough, Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) offers a range of lozenges in various flavors that can give you effective relief.

Mild

• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils Original): Provides effective relief with antiseptic action
• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils Honey and Lemon): Combines soothing honey and lemon flavor with antiseptic properties
• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol/Ascorbic Acid (Strepsils Orange with Vitamin C): Offers sore throat relief with added Vitamin C for immune support
• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils Cool Sensation): Contains cooling menthol for that instant cooling sensation in the throat
• Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils Sugar Free Lemon): Contains two antibacterial agents to help kill sore throat causing bacteria while being free from sugar

Severe

• Hexylresorcinol (Strepsils Max): Contains active medical ingredients to tackle sore throat pain deep down
• Flurbiprofen (Strepsils Max Pro): Specially formulated with anti-inflammatory properties to provide soothing relief from inflamed sore throats

Cough

• Dextromethorpan HBr (Strepsils Dry Cough): Provides effective relief from dry cough. It is a cough suppressant which reduces the urge to cough.
• Ambroxol Hydrochloride (Strepsils Chesty Cough): Helps clear your airways and controls chesty cough caused by excessive viscuous mucus.

For Kids

For kids, Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils Children 6+) kills sore throat causing bacteria in an enjoyable sugar-free strawberry flavor.

Visit our product page to view an extensive range of Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) products.

How Do You Take Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils)?

Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) are available as an oral lozenge. Open the package carefully and place one lozenge on your tongue. Allow the sore throat candy to dissolve gradually (about 15 to 30 minutes) in your mouth. Avoid chewing, crushing, or swallowing the lozenge. Additionally, you should avoid eating or drinking while the lozenge is in your mouth.

Takeaways

Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils) is a medicated lozenge—not just a candy—that provides fast and effective relief for throat discomfort, from mild irritation to severe soreness, swelling, and cough. In as fast as 60 seconds, it starts soothing your throat and offers long-lasting comfort for up to 2 hours, making it a trusted solution for sore throats.

Available in leading drugstores, supermarkets, and convenience stores nationwide or through the  Reckitt Health Official Shop on Shopee and Reckitt Health and Beauty on Lazada.

If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

References:

1. Quantum Health. (n.d.). Throat lozenges vs. cough drops: What's the difference? Retrieved fromhttps://quantumhealth.com/blogs/post/throat-lozenges-vs-cough-drops
2. Sore Throat: Symptoms, Causes, Relief, available at https://www.strepsils.com.ph/sore-throat/. Accessed on 21 October 2024.