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Difflam Plus Anaesthetic plus Antibacterial plus Anti-Inflammatory TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: lidocaine + benzydamine + dichlorobenzyl alcohol

Brand name

(ARTG)

: DIFFLAM PLUS ANAESTHETIC + ANTIBACTERIAL + ANTI-INFLAMMATORY wild berry flavour lozenge blister pack

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

For the relief of major symptoms associated with sore throat. Reduces inflammation and relieves pain for fast effective relief of symptoms of a sore throat, tonsilitis, minor mouth infections, pain following throat surgery, mouth surgery or dental procedures, swelling, redness and inflammatory conditions.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Lozenge
  • Oral
  • Red to purple coloured, round lozenge

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Protect from Moisture
  • Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is Not Scheduled.

  • 16 lozenges pack
  • 32 lozenges pack

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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