Answer
Not necessarily. It reduces susceptible microorganisms and relieves symptoms but does not sterilise the throat or replace treatment of a significant bacterial infection.
Sources for this answer
- Covonia Medicated Sore Throat 5mg/1mg Lozenges Lemon Flavour — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
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