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Andolex / Andolex-C Oral Rinse, Spray and Lozenges
 
       
 
 
Unique formulation for pain and inflammation in the throat and mouth.


   

Brings rapid relief to pain and inflammation1

Works where it is needed, as it has an affinity for inflamed tissue2

Non toxic to gastrointestinal tract2

Sugar-free formulation Mode of action of benzydamine stops inflammatory process at two points:

Similar to corticosteroids, it stabilises the cell membrane preventing the release of arachidonic acid, which initiated the inflammatory process

In common with NSAID's, inhibits cyclo-oxygenase, reducing synthesis of prostaglandins and related substances Andolex-C Oral Rinse Unique formulation for sore, inflamed throats and mouths.

The most effective agent for controlling a broad spectrum of microbes in the mouth and throat3 Controls plaque.

The formulation masks the chlorhexidine gluconate bitterness, giving a ÒfreshÓ flavour * All Andolex and Andolex-C products contains benzydamine hydrochloride.

References:

1 - Riddington Young J.A comparative study of benzydamine hydrochloride 0.15% w/v (Andolex pump spray) and palcebo as analgesics following tonsillectomy. Research and clinical Forums, 1988, Vol 1 No.8,101-103.

2 - Quane P.A. et al. Pharmacology of benzydamine. Inflammopharmacology,1998, Vol 6:95-107.

3 - Research report. SABS (1997). 4 - National Drug and Therapeutic Index 1994-1998.5- Pharmacy drug and brand predictor. Campbell Bellman Market Research September 1997.

S1 Andolex Oral Rinse and spray:

Each 15ml contains Benzydamine Hydrochloride 22.5mg. Reg. No. Z/16/40.

S1 Andolex Lozenges.

Each lozenge contains Benzydamine Hydrochloride 3.0 mg. Reg. No. 31/16/0239

S1 Andolex-C Oral Rinse:

Each 15 ml contains Benzydamine Hydrochloride 22.5 mg. Chlorhexidine gluconate 18 mg. Contains alcohol 9% v/v. Reg. No. 31/16.4/0143.

S1 Andolex-C Lozenges:

Each lozenge contains Benzydamine Hydrochloride 3.0 mg. Cetylpyridinium Chloride 1.33 mg. Reg. No. 31/16.4/0042.

3M Pharmaceuticals S.A, (Pty) Ltd. 181 Barbara Road, Elandsfontein, Gauteng. Co. Reg. No. 1952/001640/07. Tel: 27 11 806-2081

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