Difflam Lozenges contain the active substance benzydamine hydrochloride, which is a local anti-inflammatory agent. They are used in adults and children above 6 years of age for the symptomatic local treatment for the relief of pain and irritation of the mouth and throat.

Key features:

Convenient pocket-sized lozenges
Rapid, efficient sore throat relief
Suitable for ages 6 and up
Eucalyptus flavour
Addresses throat inflammation
Effective for mouth ulcers, sore gums
Triple action: Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic, Anaesthetic

What does triple action relief mean?

Difflam offers triple action relief for those suffering from a sore throat. Firstly, it provides anti-inflammatory support, aiding the body's natural healing process and allowing you to recover more quickly. Secondly, it serves as an effective analgesic, alleviating sore throat pain swiftly. Lastly, it acts as an anaesthetic, soothing your throat and enabling you to continue with your daily activities comfortably.

What makes benzydamine an effective treatment for mouth pain?

Benzydamine, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), functions by decreasing the hormones responsible for inflammation and pain in the body. As it is available in forms such as mouthwash, mouth spray, or lozenges, benzydamine specifically targets pain in the mouth area, making it an optimal solution for conditions like mouth ulcers and sore throats.

Can Difflam Lozenges be taken with other medicines?

Difflam Lozenges are not expected to affect other medicines. However, if you are unsure, consult your doctor or pharmacist about any potential interactions with other medicines obtained without a prescription.

Are Difflam Lozenges safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Difflam Lozenges should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to have a baby, consult your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

How should Difflam Lozenges be taken?

For adults and children over 6 years old, one lozenge should be dissolved slowly in the mouth up to three times a day. Do not swallow or chew. Children under 6 years old should not be given Difflam Lozenges.

What should I do if I take more Difflam Lozenges than recommended?

If you accidentally take too many lozenges, contact your pharmacist, doctor or nearest hospital casualty department immediately. Always take the labelled medicine package with you, whether there are any lozenges left or not.

What are some possible side effects of Difflam Lozenges?

Side effects may include skin sensitivity to sunlight, burning sensation or dryness of the mouth, sudden swelling in the mouth/throat, difficulty breathing, local loss of sensitivity of the oral mucosa, and allergic reactions. In case of severe side effects, contact your doctor immediately.

How quickly can I expect relief from my symptoms after using benzydamine products, and how long will the effects last?

The soothing effects of benzydamine spray, mouthwash, or lozenges typically begin to alleviate your symptoms within minutes of application. This rapid relief can be especially beneficial in addressing oral discomfort. Furthermore, you can anticipate the benefits to persist for a few hours, providing you with sustained relief and allowing you to carry on with your daily activities without hindrance.

Over The Counter (OTC)

Ingredients

Active substance: Benzydamine hydrochloride.

Each lozenge contains 3 mg of benzydamine hydrochloride (equivalent to 2.68 mg benzydamine).

Other ingredients: isomalt (E 953), acesulfame potassium, citric acid monohydrate, eucalyptus oil, levomenthol, quinoline yellow (E 104), indigotin dye (E 132).

Usage and Instructions

Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

The recommended dose for adults and children over 6 years old is: One lozenge 3 times a day. Do not take more than 3 lozenges per day.

Use in children: Children from 6 to 11 years old should only be given this product under an adult supervision.

Children under the age of 6 years old: should not be given Difflam Lozenges.

Let one lozenge dissolve slowly in your mouth up to three times a day.

Do not swallow. Do not chew.

Difflam should not be used for more than 7 days.

If after using the lozenges your throat gets worse or does not feel better, speak to your pharmacist or doctor.

If you accidentally take too many lozenges, you should contact your pharmacist, doctor or nearest hospital casualty department immediately. Always take the labelled medicine package with you, whether there are any lozenges left or not.

Warnings

Do not take Difflam Lozenges:

If you are allergic to benzydamine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
If you suffer from a condition known as phenylketonuria.
If you are allergic to salicylic acid or to other anti-inflammatory painkillers called NSAIDs (e.g. ibuprofen).

Talk to your doctor or one of our pharmnacists before taking this medicine:

If you have a history of asthma.
If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.
If after using the lozenges the pain in your mouth or throat gets worse or does not improve within 3 days or you appear feverish or have other symptoms, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

Taking other medicines and Difflam Lozenges: Tell your doctor or one of our pharmacists if you are taking or have recently taken or might take any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. Difflam Lozenges are not expected to affect other medicines, however if you are not sure, please ask your doctor or pharmacist about other medicines obtained without a prescription.

Difflam Lozenges with food, drink: Food and drink have no influence.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. Difflam lozenges should not be used during pregnancy. Difflam lozenges should not be used during breastfeeding.

Driving and using machines: Difflam Lozenges do not affect your ability to drive or use machines.

Difflam Lozenges contains: Isomalt (which is a type of sugar): If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product.

Side Effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side-effects, although not everybody gets them.

Allergic reactions are rare, but can be serious. Tell your doctor immediately if you get any sudden swelling in the mouth/ throat, difficulty breathing, rash or itching especially if affecting the whole body.