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What are Tyrozet throat lozenges used for?
Tyrozet throat Lozenges are a medicine which is used to relieve minor mouth and throat irritations may also be taken to relieve irritation after mouth and throat surgery, for example having your tonsils taken out. The lozenges contain tyrothricin, which is an antibiotic that helps fi ght throat infection, and benzocaine, a local anaesthetic that numbs sore throat pain. The lozenges dissolve in the mouth, gradually releasing the active ingredients which reach the painful throat area at the back of the mouth.
How do you use Tyrozet throat lozenges ?
Children aged 3 to 11 years
Dissolve one lozenge slowly in the mouth every 3 hours. Do not exceed 6 lozenges in any 24 hour period. Leave at least 3 hours between doses. Do not use for longer than 5 consecutive days. If your symptoms get worse or the lozenges have no effect, talk to your
Adults and children 12 years and over Dissolve one lozenge slowly in the mouth every 3 hours. Do not exceed 8 lozenges in any 24 hour period. Leave at least 3 hours between doses. Do not use for longer than 5 consecutive days. If your symptoms get worse or the lozenges have no effect, talk to your doctor.