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Medicines 2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol + amylmetacresolQuestion & answer

2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol + amylmetacresol · Medicine question

Should I chew or swallow the lozenge?

iatroX medicinesMedicine guide reviewed 13 August 2026

The answer

Answer

No. Allow it to dissolve slowly in the mouth so it acts locally in the throat.

Sources for this answer

Strepsils Strawberry Sugar Free Lozenges — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Strepsils Honey and Lemon — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Strepsils Menthol 1.2mg / 0.6mg Lozenges — Current selected SmPC

emc · Summary of Product Characteristics

General medicine information. Follow the instructions for your own medicine and speak to a pharmacist or clinician about your individual circumstances.

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