Strepsils Strawberry Sugar Free 16 Lozenges

The barcode 5000158106130 is associated with Strepsils Strawberry Sugar-Free Lozenges (16-count), a popular over-the-counter (OTC) throat lozenge brand. Below is a detailed breakdown of available information:

Product Overview

• Brand: Strepsils (owned by Reckitt Benckiser, a global consumer goods company).
• Flavor: Strawberry (artificial flavor).
• Form: Hard lozenges (sugar-free).
• Quantity: 16 lozenges per pack.
• Active Ingredients:
  • Amylmetacresol (1.2 mg per lozenge) – a local anesthetic that numbs the throat.
  • Dichlorobenzyl alcohol (1.2 mg per lozenge) – an antiseptic that helps reduce throat irritation.
  • Lidocaine (0.2 mg per lozenge, in some formulations) – a mild numbing agent (varies by region; not always listed on all variants).
• Inactive Ingredients: Typically include sweeteners (e.g., sorbitol, mannitol), flavors, and excipients like hypromellose or microcrystalline cellulose.

Key Features & Claims

• Sugar-Free: Suitable for diabetics or those monitoring sugar intake (contains sorbitol/mannitol, which are sugar alcohols and may have a mild laxative effect in excess).
• Phenol-Free: Unlike some older Strepsils variants, modern formulations avoid phenol, a compound with potential side effects (e.g., skin irritation in some cases).
• Throat Relief: Marketed to soothe sore throats, minor irritation, or dry mouth (not a treatment for bacterial infections like strep throat).
• Vegan-Friendly: The packaging and ingredients are typically vegan-compatible (verify with the manufacturer for regional variations).