Coryx Throat 100 mL Solution

CORYX THROAT is indicated for the temporary relief of pain and discomfort in sore throats due to colds (and accompanying tickling cough). It is also recommended for minor mouth irritations.

CORYX THROAT is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to local anaesthetics or to any of the other ingredients of CORYX THROAT.

CORYX THROAT may not be used in children under the age of 2 years.

Warnings: Do not swallow.

Special precautions: Some patients may experience a bitter aftertaste in the mouth after rinsing the mouth with CORYX THROAT. Rinsing the mouth with water immediately after using CORYX THROAT may increase the bitterness and decreases the effect of CORYX THROAT. CORYX THROAT may alter the taste of food in some patients. This effect may last up to 4 hours after the use of the oral rinse. In most cases this effect will become less noticeable as the patient continues to use CORYX THROAT. When the use of CORYX THROAT is stopped, taste should return to normal. CORYX THROAT contains acesulfame-K and must not be given to patients with phenylketonuria.

No known interaction with other medicines.

The safety of CORYX THROAT in pregnancy and lactation has not been established.

Do not exceed the recommended dose.

Gargle: Adults: 15 - 30 mL (3 - 6 medicine measuresful) Children 6 to 12 years of age: 5 u2013 15 mL (1 u2013 3 medicine measuresful) Use CORYX THROAT undiluted or diluted with a small quantity of warm water and thoroughly rinse the mouth for about one minute every 3 - 4 hours as needed. Depending on the location of the pain, the solution should be swished around the mouth and/or used as a gargle. It should not be swallowed. CORYX THROAT should generally be used undiluted, but if stinging occurs, the rinse may be diluted with a small quantity of warm water.

Spray: Adults: Spray four (4) to eight (8) sprays directly onto the painful or inflamed area, with a maximum 32 sprays per day. Children 6 to 12 years of age: Spray two (2) to four (4) sprays directly onto the painful or inflamed area, with a maximum of 16 sprays per day. Rinse mouth and back of throat with the solution. Do not swallow the (excess) solution. Repeat every one and a half (1u00bd) to three (3) hours as necessary.

Immune system disorders: Less frequent: Signs of allergic reactions may include nasal congestion; shortness of breath or troubled breathing; skin rash; hives or itching; or swelling of the face.

Eye disorders: Less frequent: Irritation of the conjunctiva.

Skin and appendages disorders: Less frequent: Local skin sensitivity reactions, prolonged use may cause discolouration of the teeth. Large swellings in the mouth or throat.

Gastro-intestinal disorders: Less frequent: Irritation of the mucous membranes, tongue tip irritation, reversible discolouration of tongue, teeth and or composite dental restorations. Taste disturbances and a burning of the tongue. Increase in tartar (calculus) on teeth.

Body as a whole u2013 general disorders: Less frequent: Swollen glands on side of face or neck.

Post-marketing: Blood and the lymphatic system disorders: Frequency unknown: CORYX THROAT may cause methaemoglobinaemia.

The main consequence of ingestion is mucosal irritation. Gastric lavage with demulcents is suggested for acute ingestion. Methaemoglobinaemia has occurred in infants after absorption of benzocaine. Excitation with subsequent depression of the central nervous system. Treatment is symptomatic. If you think your child has swallowed CORYX THROAT get emergency help at once. In addition, if a child of any age drinks CORYX THROAT and has symptoms of alcohol intoxication, such as slurred speech, sleepiness, or a staggering or stumbling walk get emergency help immediately.