About hexylresorcinol
Antiseptic throat lozenge
Used for
- Relieves sore throat pain and irritation.
Usual adult dose
Dissolve one lozenge slowly every 2–3 hours as needed; follow package directions.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 6 years and older: dissolve one lozenge slowly every 2–3 hours as needed; follow package directions.
Common side effects
- Mouth or tongue irritation
- Numbness or altered taste
- Allergic reactions, rarely
Important warnings
- Do not chew or swallow lozenges whole.
- Use only for short-term symptom relief.
- Seek medical advice for severe symptoms or symptoms lasting more than a few days.
- Keep out of reach of young children.
Pregnancy
Safety information is limited; ask a healthcare professional before use.
Breastfeeding
Safety information is limited; ask a healthcare professional before use.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.