What are Difflam Eucalyptus Flavour Lozenges used for?

Difflam Eucalyptus Flavour Lozenges contain the active ingredient benzydamine hydrochloride, a non-steroidal inflammatory drug (NSAID), which reduces swelling in the throat and mouth caused by viruses and infections. Difflam is safe for children aged six and above to use to relieve irritation and discomfort in the throat and mouth.

How many days should I take Difflam Eucalyptus Flavour Lozenges?

You can take one lozenge three times a day but do not continue the treatment for any longer than seven days.

Can I take Difflam Eucalyptus Flavour Lozenges and Paracetamol together?

Yes, you can take Difflam Lozenges with other anti-inflammatory painkillers to treat throat and mouth irritation.

DIFFLAM lozenges eucalyptus 3mg 20

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DIFFLAM lozenges eucalyptus 3mg 20

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Medication features
Difflam Eucalyptus Flavour Lozenges help soothe sore throats or mouth ulcers. Usually, mouth and throat pain is caused by a virus like the flu or a common cold. Difflam Eucalyptus Flavour Lozenges reduce swelling and throat irritation thanks to the anti-inflammatory effects of the active ingredient benzydamine hydrochloride. Difflam Eucalyptus Flavour Lozenges are suitable for adults and children aged six years and over and contain benzydamine hydrochloride (a type of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication).
- Difflam Lozenges relieve mouth and throat pain
- Reduce inflammation and sore throat symptoms
- Eucalyptus Flavour Lozenges

Overview

NOTE: After selecting this product, you will need to complete a short assessment, so we can make sure this medication is suitable for you. Pricing is provided as a reference only. The final decision on issuing this medication remains with our Prescriber / Pharmacist.

Difflam Lozenges are a pharmacy medicine that treats the symptoms of painful throat and mouth irritation. The active ingredient is benzydamine hydrochloride (a local anti-inflammatory agent) which lessens inflammation in the mouth and throat.

FAQ

What are Difflam Eucalyptus Flavour Lozenges used for?
Difflam Eucalyptus Flavour Lozenges contain the active ingredient benzydamine hydrochloride, a non-steroidal inflammatory drug (NSAID), which reduces swelling in the throat and mouth caused by viruses and infections. Difflam is safe for children aged six and above to use to relieve irritation and discomfort in the throat and mouth.
How many days should I take Difflam Eucalyptus Flavour Lozenges?
You can take one lozenge three times a day but do not continue the treatment for any longer than seven days.
Can I take Difflam Eucalyptus Flavour Lozenges and Paracetamol together?
Yes, you can take Difflam Lozenges with other anti-inflammatory painkillers to treat throat and mouth irritation.

Side Effects

Similarly to all drugs, eucalyptus oil-flavoured Difflam Lozenges may bring about side effects. However, this doesn't mean you'll experience any at all.

Whilst rare, allergic reactions can be severe. Notify your GP without delay if you experience:

Difficulties breathing.
A rash or itching, specifically if this involves the whole body.
Your mouth or throat gets swollen all of a sudden.

Infrequent (involves up to 1 in 100 people):

Sunburn or a rash due to skin sensitivity to sunlight.

Unusual (may concern up to 1 in 1,000 people):

Burning or dryness in your mouth (you can counteract this by drinking a glass of water).

Incredibly rare (may concern up to 1 in every 10,000 people):

Swelling of the mucous membrane, throat or mouth (angioedema).
Difficulties breathing (laryngospasm).

Unidentified (regularity cannot be estimated from the data available):

An allergic response (hypersensitivity).
Extreme allergic reaction (anaphylactic shock) that involves symptoms like feeling faint, dizziness, pain or tightness in the chest, and breathing troubles.
Throat, tongue, lips, and face swelling (could be life-threatening).
Raised skin lumps, severe itching,
Hypoaesthesia oral (local oral mucosa sensitivity loss).