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Amylmetacresol

Generic Name
Amylmetacresol
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C12H18O
CAS Number
1300-94-3
Unique Ingredient Identifier
05W904P57F

Overview

Amylmetacresol is an antiseptic available in Canada over-the-counter in a number of lozenges for the treatment of sore throat and minor mouth infections , . Amylmetacresol is often combined with dichlorobenzyl alcohol and menthol in the commonly used sore throat lozenges, known as Strepsils . The acute sore throat (pharyngitis) is one of the most common conditions for which children are seen in the primary care setting. Pharyngitis is normally caused by viruses and proves benign and self-limiting. Clinically proven, over-the-counter throat lozenges offer rapid and effective relief of acute sore throat symptoms, and are increasingly important in the management of this condition .

Background

Amylmetacresol is an antiseptic available in Canada over-the-counter in a number of lozenges for the treatment of sore throat and minor mouth infections , . Amylmetacresol is often combined with dichlorobenzyl alcohol and menthol in the commonly used sore throat lozenges, known as Strepsils . The acute sore throat (pharyngitis) is one of the most common conditions for which children are seen in the primary care setting. Pharyngitis is normally caused by viruses and proves benign and self-limiting. Clinically proven, over-the-counter throat lozenges offer rapid and effective relief of acute sore throat symptoms, and are increasingly important in the management of this condition .

Indication

Sore throat, minor mouth and throat infections , , .

Associated Conditions

  • Canker sores oral
  • Gingivitis
  • Inflammatory Disease of the Oral Cavity
  • Inflammatory Disease of the throat
  • Laryngitis
  • Pain, Orofacial
  • Pharyngitis
  • Sore Throat
  • Stomatitis
  • Mouth soreness
  • Oral infections
  • Pain in throat
  • Sore throat and hoarseness
  • Throat infections

Clinical Trials

No clinical trials found for this drug

FDA Approved Products

No FDA products found for this drug

Singapore Approved Products

STREPSILS MAX PLUS LOZENGES
Manufacturer:RECKITT BENCKISER HEALTHCARE INTERNATIONAL LIMITED, RECKITT BENCKISER HEALTHCARE MANUFACTURING (THAILAND) LTD
Form:LOZENGE
Strength:0.6 mg
Online:Yes
Approved: 1996/07/11
Approval:SIN08806P

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