What is Benzydamine Spray?
Benzydamine Spray is an anti-inflammatory mouth and throat spray used to relieve pain and discomfort in the mouth and throat. It is a generic version of Difflam Spray and contains the same active ingredient, benzydamine, which helps to numb the affected area and reduce inflammation.
What is Benzydamine Spray used for?
Benzydamine Spray is used to provide relief from sore throat, mouth ulcers, and other oral and throat discomforts. It helps to numb the pain, reduce inflammation, and alleviate symptoms associated with infections or irritations in the mouth and throat.
This medicine relieves pain and inflammation; it does not replace treatment for the cause of an infection.
How to use Benzydamine Spray
Hold the bottle upright and spray directly onto the affected area in the mouth or throat. Before first use, point the nozzle away from your face and prime the pump until a fine spray appears, using no more than five presses.
| Age | Dose |
|---|---|
| Under 6 Years old | One puff per 4kg of body weight, up to four puffs per dose, every 1.5–3 hours. |
| Ages 6–12, including age 12 | 4 puffs, every 1.5 - 3 hours |
| Adults and children over 12 | 4-8 puffs, every 1.5 - 3 hours |
After use, wipe the nozzle with a tissue to prevent blockage.
Stop using the spray if prolonged stinging occurs in the mouth or throat.
If the condition gets worse, or does not get better, speak to a pharmacist or doctor.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
Ask a pharmacist before use if you have asthma or an allergy to aspirin or another NSAID, or are pregnant or breastfeeding. Get urgent medical help for breathing difficulty or swelling of the face, tongue or throat.
Do not use for more than seven days without medical supervision. Seek advice sooner if symptoms worsen or do not improve. If the nozzle becomes blocked, return the spray to a pharmacist; do not push anything into it.
Benzydamine Spray ingredients
Active ingredient: benzydamine hydrochloride 0.15% w/v. Each puff contains approximately 0.18ml of solution.
Other ingredients: sodium bicarbonate, polysorbate 20, ethanol 96%, glycerol, saccharin sodium, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), peppermint oil and purified water. Methyl parahydroxybenzoate can cause allergic reactions, sometimes delayed.
Benzydamine Spray side effects
Possible side effects include temporary numbness, a burning sensation, or mild irritation in the mouth or throat. Rarely, allergic reactions such as rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing may occur. If any severe reactions occur, discontinue use and seek medical advice.
How to store Benzydamine Spray
Keep the bottle upright and do not freeze it. No special storage temperature is required. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Use within six months of opening and before the printed expiry date, whichever comes first. Mark the date you open it on the pack.
Where to buy Benzydamine Spray
You can buy Benzydamine Spray from almost any pharmacy including online here at Hightown Pharmacy. As it is a pharmacy only medicine a short consultation with the pharmacist is required first to make sure this medication is suitable for you.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can Benzydamine Spray be used for children?
Children aged 6–12 use four puffs per dose. Below six, use one puff for each 4kg of body weight, up to four puffs per dose, every 1.5–3 hours. Ask a pharmacist to confirm your child’s weight-based dose and suitability.
How often can I use Benzydamine Spray?
Benzydamine Spray can be used up to every 1.5 to 3 hours as needed. Do not exceed the recommended dosage and consult a healthcare professional if symptoms persist.
How long can I use Benzydamine Spray for after opening?
Use the spray within six months of opening, and do not use it after the printed expiry date. Mark the opening date on the pack. Store upright and do not freeze.
