Difflam Anti-Inflammatory Lozenges/Difflam Solution Dosage & Drug Information

Indications/Uses

Temporary relief of painful oral cavity conditions including tonsillitis, sore throat, radiation mucositis, aphthous ulcer, post-orosurgical & periodontal procedures.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Gargle Gargle or rinse for 30 sec, usually undiluted. Uninterrupted treatment: Not to exceed 7 days. Adult 15 mL 1½-3 hrly. Childn ≥6 yr 5-15 mL. Loz 1 loz 1-2 hrly as required, up to max: 12 loz daily. Uninterrupted treatment: Not to exceed 7 days.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.

Special Precautions

May cause sensitisation due to methyl hydroxybenzoate. Do not swallow soln. Appropriate antibacterial therapy should be used in case bacterial infection occurs. Severe hepatic or renal impairment. Pregnancy. Not recommended in childn <6 yr.

Adverse Reactions

Oral numbness; occasional burning or stinging sensation, dryness or thirst, tingling, warm feeling in mouth, altered sense of taste.

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MIMS Class

Preparations for Oral Ulceration & Inflammation

ATC Classification

R02AX03 - benzydamine ; Belongs to the class of other throat preparations.

Regulatory Classification

C

Presentation/Packing

Form

Difflam Solution gargle 0.15%

Packing/Price

100 mL x 1's

Form

Difflam Anti-Inflammatory Lozenges 3 mg

Packing/Price

(mint flavour; sugar-free) 16's

Difflam Anti-Inflammatory Lozenges/Difflam Solution

benzydamine

Manufacturer:

iNova

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma