Description
Karos Throat lozenges, thanks to the moisturizing and protective film it forms with saliva, is indicated in all cases of inflamed oral mucosa, such as: affections of the oral cavity and upper respiratory tract (such as pharyngitis and pharyngitis, both in acute and chronic phases); sore throat; dry cough; difficulty swallowing; furthermore, thanks to its barrier action, it reduces vocal cord inflammation, improves their viscoelastic properties, and reduces hoarseness and dysphonia.
Also thanks to its barrier action, Karos Throat lozenges are also indicated as an adjuvant in re-epithelialization processes, for example in the presence of gastric reflux and in patients undergoing radiotherapy of the oral cavity.
The hydrogel that forms in combination with saliva when Karos Throat lozenges are dissolved in the mouth, deposits as a protective film on the inflamed mucous membranes of the mouth and pharynx, promoting the healing process of the mucous membranes.

Package contents
The Karos Throat lozenges package contains: 1 aluminum tube containing 20 lemon-flavored lozenges to dissolve in the mouth.

Composition
Carbomer, xanthan gum, Sodium hyaluronate, mannitol, sodium hydrogen carbonate, sorbitol, citric acid, aspartame, vitamin C, flavoring, zinc citrate dihydrate.

Frequency and method of use
Children aged 6 to 10: 1 lozenge every 4-5 hours; do not exceed a dose of 3 lozenges per day.
Adults and children over 10 years: 1 lozenge every 2-3 hours; do not exceed a dose of 6 lozenges per day.
Allow Karos Throat lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth.
Karos Throat lozenges should not be chewed or swallowed whole.
If symptoms persist after 3-5 days of use, consult your doctor.
Karos Throat lozenges should not be chewed or swallowed whole.
If symptoms persist after 3-5 days of use, consult your doctor.

Warnings
Do not use Karos Throat lozenges after the expiry date shown on the package.
The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.
Do not use Karos Throat lozenges if the packaging is open or damaged.
Before using Karos Throat lozenges in children over 6 years of age, check the child's actual ability to suck the lozenge, avoiding the risk of the lozenge being swallowed whole.
Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of Karos Throat lozenges that you no longer use; do not throw Karos Throat lozenges into wastewater and household waste, this will help protect the environment.
Karos Throat lozenges are an addition to and do not replace other therapeutic treatments that may be prescribed by your doctor.
Store in a dry place below 25°C.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.

Interactions
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicine, as Karos Throat lozenges form a hydrogel film, which can delay the absorption of other medicines.
In addition, Karos Throat lozenges contain zinc, which can reduce the effect of other medicines.
A 3-hour interval is recommended between taking Karos Throat and other medicines.

Contraindications and side effects
Do not use Karos Throat lozenges in case of hypersensitivity to one or more components.
Do not use Karos Throat lozenges if you suffer from dry mouth (e.g. Sjogren's syndrome).
Do not use Karos Throat lozenges in children under 6 years of age.
Karos Throat lozenges contain aspartame, a source of phenylalanine, which can be harmful to people suffering from phenylketonuria.
Karos Throat lozenges contain sorbitol: if you have an intolerance to certain sugars, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use.
Excessive consumption of Karos Throat lozenges can cause laxative effects.

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