Strepsils facts for kids
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| Owner | Reckitt Benckiser |
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| Introduced | 1958 |
| Markets | Worldwide |
| Previous owners | Boots Healthcare |
| Website | www.strepsils.co.uk |
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Strepsils is a well-known brand of throat lozenges. These lozenges are made by a company called Reckitt Benckiser, which is based in both the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. People use Strepsils throat lozenges to help feel better when they have a sore throat or other mild infections in their mouth and throat.
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What is Strepsils?
Strepsils are special candies that you suck on when your throat hurts. They contain ingredients that help to soothe the pain and fight off germs.
What are the main ingredients in Strepsils?
The most important ingredients in Strepsils are called dichlorobenzyl alcohol and amylmetacresol. These are like mild germ-killers. Some types of Strepsils also have ascorbic acid, which is another name for vitamin C. Other ingredients that help make the lozenge work and taste good include menthol (which makes things feel cool), tartaric acid, and propylene glycol.
How do Strepsils help a sore throat?
The main ingredients in Strepsils are mild antiseptics. This means they can help to kill some of the tiny germs, like bacteria, that might be causing your sore throat. However, it's important to know that these lozenges are mostly for comfort. They might not make your infection go away faster, but they can make your throat feel much better while you are sick.
Different types of Strepsils
Over the years, Strepsils has made different kinds of lozenges. For example, some Strepsils have extra ingredients like hexylresorcinol. There are also Strepsils that contain lidocaine, which is a numbing medicine. This type is sold in places like Australia, Argentina, and Hungary. Another product, now called Strepfen, used to be part of the Strepsils family. It contains a different ingredient called flurbiprofen which is also good for pain.
The history of Strepsils
Strepsils has been around for a long time, helping people with sore throats.
When did Strepsils start?
The Strepsils brand first appeared in 1950. Back then, it was actually a mouthwash! The company that first made it was called Boots Healthcare. It wasn't until 1958 that Strepsils throat lozenges, the kind we know today, were introduced.
Who owns Strepsils now?
In 2006, the company Reckitt Benckiser bought Strepsils and other brands from Boots Healthcare. So, Reckitt Benckiser is the company that makes Strepsils today.
Where does the name Strepsils come from?
The name "Strepsils" comes from a type of bacteria called streptococcus. These bacteria are a common cause of sore throats.
How to use Strepsils
It's important to use Strepsils correctly to get the best results and stay safe.
What is the recommended dose?
For adults, it's usually suggested to take one Strepsils lozenge every 2 to 3 hours. Always check the package for the exact instructions for the specific type of Strepsils you are using.
Strepsils with Vitamin C
Some Strepsils lozenges include extra vitamin C. For example, each Strepsils Vitamin C-100 lozenge contains 1.2 milligrams of dichlorobenzyl alcohol, 0.6 milligrams of amylmetacresol, and 100 milligrams of vitamin C. Vitamin C is known for helping your body's immune system.
Strepsils around the world
Strepsils is sold in many countries, but sometimes it has a different name.
- In Italy, Strepsils are sold under the name Benagol.
- In Germany, they are now sold as Dobendan and Dobensana.
- In Norway, a similar product without active ingredients is sold as Repsil.
See also
In Spanish: Strepsils para niños
