Cough and sore throat
Dr Trisha Macnair explains the possible causes and treatment of a cough and sore throat Coughs and sore throats are among the most common childhood health complaints. We look at the various types that affect children, their symptoms and how they ... [... more]
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Sore throat
Sore throat, known medically as pharyngitis, is a common condition. It can be caused by viruses or bacteria, but viruses are by far the most common cause. It is often a symptom of various illnesses such as colds and flu, glandular fever, ... [... more]
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Strepsils sore throat and blocked nose
Strepsils sore throat and blocked nose lozenges contain three active ingredients, amylmetacresol, dichlorobenzyl alcohol and levomenthol (natural or synthetic).Amylmetacresol and dichlorobenzyl alcohol are mild antiseptics, which kill the ... [... more]
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Beechams max strength sore throat relief lozenges
Beechams max strength sore throat relief lozenges contain two active ingredients, benzalkonium chloride and hexylresorcinol.Benzalkonium chloride is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent, which is active against various bacteria. It kills ... [... more]
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TCP sore throat lozenges
TCP sore throat lozenges contain the active ingredient hexylresorcinol, which is an antiseptic that also has local anaesthetic effects. It's antiseptic action kills the bacteria that may be associated with sore throats, while it's anaesthetic ... [... more]
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AAA sore throat spray
AAA sore throat spray contains the active ingredient benzocaine, which belongs to a group of medicines known as local anaesthetics. It works by temporarily blocking the pathway of pain signals along nerves. Pain is caused by the stimulation of ... [... more]
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Lemsip sore throat triple action lozenges
Lemsip sore throat triple action lozenges contain the active ingredient hexylresorcinol, which is an antiseptic that also has local anaesthetic effects. It's antiseptic action kills the bacteria that may be associated with sore throats, while ... [... more]
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Sore throat
A sore throat (also known as pharyngitis or tonsillitis) is a disease primarily located in the area around the tonsils. It can be caused by both a virus and a bacteria. A sore throat is partly a disease in itself and partly an effect of other ... [... more]
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Sore throat and cough
Possible causes and treatment of coughs and sore throats Coughs and sore throats are among the most common childhood health complaints. We look at the various types that affect children, their symptoms and how they should be treated. A cough is a ... [... more]
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Arsenic - Full document (PDF, 300 KB)
In the event of a fire involving arsenic, use fine water spray and liquid-tight protective clothing with breathing apparatus Short-term inhalation may cause cough, sore throat, breathlessness and wheezing Short-term ingestion causes sickness, ... [... more]
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Colds and flu
Flu is more severe with a high fever (usually 39°C or above), chills, headache, intense muscle pains, exhaustion, loss of appetite, cough and sometimes a blocked nose and sore throat. It may last a week or more, and possible complications ... [... more]
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Scarlet fever
Discover the range of symptoms that indicate scarlet fever, how it's treated and how to avoid the spread of this highly infectious disease. Scarlet fever is caused by group A streptococcal bacteria, which cause a sore throat and produce a toxin ... [... more]
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