Blackmores Echinacea Lozenges

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Blackmores Great tasting throat lozenges that contain ingredients traditionally used to provide temporary relief from sore throats and nasal congestion. Echinacea has traditionally been used to help relieve cold symptoms while eucalyptus helps to clear nasal passages and provides a cooling effect on the throat. Features and benefits * Relieve the symptoms of sore throats due to coughs and colds * Clear the nasal passages and make breathing easier How it works Echinacea is a traditional remedy that helps to relieve the symptoms of colds, sore throats and tonsillitis. One of the ways that echinacea works is as a bactericide. It stimulates cells in the body called phagocytes, which destroy bacteria or other foreign bodies. Eucalyptus oil has antibacterial, expectorant and cooling properties, and is often used for bronchial and throat inflammation, excess mucus, and to combat colds. Dosage Adults Dissolve 1 lozenge slowly in the mouth every 2 to 3 hours, or as professionally prescribed. Children 6-12 years Dissolve 1 lozenge slowly in the mouth up to 3 times a day, or as professionally prescribed. Children 4-6 years Dissolve 1 lozenge slowly in the mouth up to 2 times a day, or as professionally prescribed. Contraindications and cautions * If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional. * Not recommended for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * Always read the label. Use only as directed. Active ingredients per lozenge Echinacea purpurea (Echinacea) juice dry 11.1 mg equiv. to fresh herb (standardised to contain beta-1,2-D-oligofructofuranosides 266 g) 500 mg Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid from sodium ascorbate 52.5 mg) 44.4 mg Eucalyptus oil 5 mg