Lidomax Appelsiini
Lidomax contains antiseptics and a local anesthetic for the throat, used to relieve sore throat symptoms in adults and adolescents over 12 years old.
Form
imeskelytabletti
Strength
2 mg / 0.6 mg / 1.2 mg
Active Ingredient
Lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate
Manufacturer
Fennogate Finland Oy
How to Use
Dosage
One lozenge.
Method
Allow to slowly dissolve in the mouth every two to three hours.
Important
Maximum 8 lozenges per day.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •Hypersensitivity reactions (burning, itching)
- •Severe allergic reactions like swelling of the face, tongue, or throat; difficulty swallowing; hives; and breathing difficulties (angioedema). Seek immediate medical help.
- •Throat stinging, unpleasant taste
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to lidocaine, other amide-type local anesthetics, amylmetacresol, 2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol, or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not give this medicine to children under 12 years old.
- This medicine may be harmful to your teeth.
- The numbing agents in this medicine can cause choking or coughing when eating. Do not eat immediately after taking this medicine.
- This medicine can numb your tongue and increase the risk of biting it. Be careful with hot food and drinks.
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- Do not use this medicine for more than 3 days as it can disrupt the natural balance of microbes in your throat.
- Follow the recommended dose. High doses or long-term use can affect the heart or nervous system and cause seizures.
- Elderly or frail people are more sensitive to side effects; consult a doctor before use.
- Do not use this medicine if you have large, open wounds in your mouth or throat.
- Do not take this medicine immediately before eating or drinking.
- This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy.
- This medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding.
- Tell your doctor if you have asthma.
- Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medicines, especially beta-blockers, cimetidine, other local anesthetics, heart medicines (like mexiletine or procainamide), fluvoxamine (for depression), or antibiotics (like erythromycin or itraconazole).
- Do not use other oral or throat antiseptic medicines while taking Lidomax.
- This medicine contains isomalt and maltitol. Do not use if you have rare hereditary conditions like fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption, or sucrose-isomaltase deficiency.
- Lidomax contains terpenes. High doses of terpenes have been linked to neurological problems, like seizures, in children.
- This medicine contains colorants (Para-orange, Cochineal Red A) that may cause allergic reactions.