COVONIA SORE THROAT

5 ml). This can be repeated 6 to 10 times per day. Children under 12 years Not recommended.

Chlorhexidine and lidocaine are usually well tolerated and no unwanted effects have been reported for the product during local short term use. In extremely rare cases local anaesthetic preparations have been associated with allergic reactions.

Hypersensitivity reactions to lidocaine hydrochloride following local injection have presented as localised oedema with slight difficulty in breathing or as a generalised rash. Chlorhexidine may sometimes produce discoloration of the teeth and tongue.

This is not permanent and disappears after treatment when chlorhexidine is discontinued. Occasionally, a dental scale and polish may be necessary to remove the stain completely. Skin sensitivity to chlorhexidine has occasionally been reported, and severe hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylactic shock, have been reported on rare occasions following the topical use of chlorhexidine.

Chlorhexidine may cause transient taste disturbances, a burning sensation of the tongue, and occasional parotid gland swelling.

Nervous System Disorders Common:

Oral paraesthesia/hypoaesthesia Skin disorders Frequency not known: Allergic skin reactions such as dermatitis, pruritus, erythema, eczema, rash, urticaria, skin irritation, and blisters. 4). Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important.

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Treatment with Covonia Sore Throat Spray should be limited to the relief of existing pain and irritation when strictly necessary. It is not intended for prolonged use, either continuously or repeatedly. 5ml). 5ml). The amount in 5 sprays of this medicine is equivalent to less than 3ml of beer or 2ml of wine.

The small amount of alcohol in this medicine will not have any noticeable effects. Covonia Sore Throat Spray contains chlorhexidine. Chlorhexidine is known to induce hypersensitivity, including generalised allergic reactions and anaphylactic shock.

The prevalence of chlorhexidine hypersensitivity is not known, but available literature suggests this is likely to be rare. 8). Do not use and consult your doctor if you have difficulty in swallowing. Do not use without consulting your doctor if sore throat is severe or has lasted for more than 2 days or is accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea or vomiting.

Avoid contact with eyes.

Use in children under 12 years. 8).