Proper Use

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

Use this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of this medicine, do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer time than directed. To do so may increase the chance of absorption into the body and the risk of side effects.

This medicine should be used only for problems being treated by your doctor or conditions listed in the package directions. Check with your doctor before using it for other problems, especially if you think an infection may be present.

To use the oral rinse or spray:

  • Gargle or spray to the affected area.
  • Let the medicine remain in place for at least 15 seconds, then spit it out.

Do not use this medicine for more than 2 days without checking first with your doctor.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

  • For sore throat and mouth pain:
    • For oromucosal dosage form (spray):
      • Adults and children 3 years of age and older—One spray to the affected area every 2 hours or as directed by a doctor or dentist. Children younger than 12 years of age should be supervised while using this medicine.
      • Children younger than 3 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    • For oromucosal dosage form (suspension or oral rinse):
      • Adults and children 12 years of age and older—Rinse the affected area every 2 hours or as needed. Do not use more than 12 times per day.
      • Children 4 months to 12 years of age—Apply to the affected area with a swab 6 times a day or as directed by a doctor or dentist.
      • Children younger than 4 months of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2024

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