SANDERSONS THROAT SPECIFIC MIXTURE is a brand name for Acetic Acid. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: For symptomatic relief of sore throat, hoarseness, loss of voice and catarrh, and as a preventative gargle when these symptoms begin to appear or are expected to appear. Sanderson's Throat Specific Mixture is indicated in adults and children aged 8 years and over.
Verbatim from this product's MHRA label. Tap a section to expand.
Posology Adults, the elderly and children over 8 years Gargle with 10 ml (two 5 ml spoonfuls) in an equal amount of water hourly. Also swallow slowly one 5 ml spoonful undiluted, three times daily. If symptoms of sore throat, hoarseness, loss of voice or catarrh are expected to appear, gargle well with 10 ml (two 5 ml spoonfuls) in twice the amount of water in the morning before breakfast and last thing at night.
4) Paediatric population Not recommended for children under 8 years of age. Method of administration For oral and oromucosal use.
Hypersensitivity. Squill is reported to cause gastric irritation. The frequency is not known. Reporting of adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product.
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This product contains small amounts of alcohol (less than 100 mg per 5 ml dose). This product has a sharp biting taste. If symptoms worsen or persist after 7 days, a doctor should be consulted. Patients should be advised not to exceed the stated dose.
If dyspnoea, fever or purulent sputum occurs, a doctor should be consulted.
1. Cardio-pulmonary disorders or breathing difficulties. History of alcohol abuse, liver disease or renal impairment. Raised intracranial pressure.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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