Cetylpyridinium Chloride Lozenges (Cepacol)

Category:

  • Miscellaneous

Description:

  • Ammonium compound with lower surface tension than water

Indications:

  • Temporary relief of dry mouth and throat

Warnings:

  • Severe sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, or vomiting, or any sore throat or mouth irritations persisting more than 2 days may require evaluation

  • In general, do not use with persistent cough or fever, unless being treated by a medical provider for that illness

Dosage:

Administered orally

  • Adult and child > = 6 years: PO dissolve 1 lozenge every 2 hours if needed

 
Source: Operational Medicine 2001,  Health Care in Military Settings, NAVMED P-5139, May 1, 2001, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, Department of the Navy, 2300 E Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20372-5300  

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