Theraflu lar spray: instructions for use for sore throat and sore throat, reviews, does it help?

A cold always occurs at the wrong time; its main manifestations are: runny nose, fever and sore throat. Not many people know that for a speedy recovery it is necessary to relieve swelling of the throat. There, pathogenic bacteria multiply very quickly, which can lead to sore throat, including purulent sore throat, which cannot be eliminated without potent drugs. Theraflu spray is an easy and safe solution to the problem at the very beginning of its development. It will also be useful to learn more about how and in what cases Doctor Mom ointment for colds is used.

Compound

1 tablet contains 1 mg benzoxonium chloride and 1 mg lidocaine hydrochloride .
Additionally: microcrystalline cellulose; sorbitol ; sodium saccharinate; macrogol 6000 ; corn starch; sodium chloride; lemon acid; orange flavor; Magnesium stearate.

100 ml spray includes: 0.2% benzoxonium chloride and 0.15% lidocaine hydrochloride .

Additionally: 0.0025% menthol, 10% ethanol (96%); 0.0581% hydrochloric acid (0.1 N); 15% glycerin ; 0.01% peppermint oil; up to 100% purified water.

General information about the drug

Theraflu is a combined local antiseptic drug. INN: Comb drug – Lidocaine + Cetylpyridinium chloride. The drug is indicated for symptomatic and etiological therapy for sore throat of various etiologies, as it has bactericidal, bacteriostatic and fungicidal and antiviral effects.

Release forms, cost, composition

The medicine is available in 2 forms:

spray for topical use;
lollipops (tablets) for sucking.

Theraflu spray, like its tablet form, contains benzoxonium chloride and lidocaine hydrochloride as the main components. The price of the drug is presented in the table.

No.	Dosage form	Average price (in rubles)
1.	Spray, 30 ml	From 243
2.	Tablets, 16 pcs.	From 175
3.	Tablets (lozenges), 20 pcs.	From 197

Tablets and spray act almost identically. The spray is intended for superficial treatment of the throat, lozenges cover a larger area of the mucous membrane of the oral cavity and pharynx.

Therapeutic effect

The therapeutic (pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial) effect of the drug is ensured by the inclusion of 2 active components in its composition:

Benzoxonium chloride. The substance has antibacterial, bacteriostatic, bactericidal and antiseptic properties. At the same time, it has a weakly expressed antifungal and antiviral effect.
Lidocaine. This is an anesthetic that relieves pain. When spraying it or lubricating the mucous membranes with it, a person feels a feeling of coldness, numbness of the treated area of the epithelium. Lidocaine acts very quickly, but the effect does not last long - approximately 10-20 minutes. However, in the composition of a solution or tablets, its effect is prolonged due to the content of other auxiliary components in the preparation.

Thus, the composition of the drug ensures its high efficiency and long-lasting effect. Benzoxonium is practically not absorbed, so its concentration in urine is only 1% of the total amount of the substance entering the body. Lidocaine hydrochloride is very quickly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, as well as from the mucous membranes. After absorption, it quickly undergoes primary metabolism in the liver tissues. It is excreted during urination.

Indications for use and contraindications

Spray and throat tablets have the same indications. So, drugs are prescribed for:

laryngitis;
pharyngitis;
catarrhal sore throat;
stomatitis;
aphthous ulcers in the oral cavity;
gingivitis.

Laryngitis

Note. The drug is often included in the conservative treatment regimen for chronic tonsillitis.

The medicine is not used if the body is intolerant to any of the components it contains. Also, its use is inappropriate for the treatment of children under 4 years of age. Both forms of the drug are used with caution during pregnancy and lactation. Therapy is carried out only as prescribed by an ENT doctor, and under his close supervision.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Theraflu LAR is a therapeutic agent from the group of antiseptics that also have local anesthetic activity, which are intended for use in ENT practice .

Quaternary ammonium salt - benzoxonium chloride the cationic structure it contains , is characterized by membranotropic efficiency and exhibits pronounced antibacterial (antimicrobial) activity towards mainly gram-positive microorganisms (it has a lesser effect on gram-negative strains of bacteria ). Benzoxonium also has antifungal and antiviral effects aimed at suppressing membrane viruses (including herpes , influenza and parainfluenza ).

The anesthetic lidocaine, when used topically for the treatment of ENT organs, reduces or completely eliminates painful sensations in the throat noted when swallowing.

The absorption of benzoxonium is practically zero. This drug is not detected in human plasma, and does not accumulate in tissues. Approximately 1% of the administered dose of benzoxonium is determined in the urine.

Lidocaine absorption when taken orally occurs in the oral cavity through its mucous membrane. Metabolic transformations are carried out in the liver during the “first pass”. The bioavailability of lidocaine with this method of administration is approximately 35%. The products of its metabolism are excreted in the urine; less than 10% of the drug is excreted in unchanged form.

Price and analogues

The standard bottle volume is 30 ml. The price may vary depending on the sales network and region in the range from 210 to 320 rubles.

There are a number of analogue sprays on the pharmaceutical market with a similar principle of action.

Strepsils Plus – spray

Its price ranges from 350 to 500 rubles. The age range for use starts from 12 years, the main active ingredient is icecaine. Therefore, the remedy has mainly not a therapeutic, but a temporary therapeutic effect.

This remedy can very quickly relieve all pain.

Hexoral

The cost of a bottle of medicine ranges from 143 to 300 rubles. The pharmaceutical company produces it in several forms, with different concentrations of the active substance hexetidine. Children's spray is recommended from 3 years and older, adult version - from 12 years. The link describes Hexoral tablets.

Recommended even for the youngest patients with sore throat

Oralcept

It is more likely to be considered a homeopathic preparation, since it contains to a greater extent the active ingredients of plant origin, for example, an extract from natural mint.

This product can be used without danger to health, since the main components are natural

Thanks to its pleasant taste and slight cooling sensation after use, it is popular in the treatment of children. The manufacturer sets restrictions from 3 years. The cost of a bottle is from 230 to 320 rubles. It is also worth trying to use Bioparox throat spray.

Indications for use

Theraflu LAR is indicated for the treatment of diseases of infectious and inflammatory etiology occurring in the pharynx and oral cavity, including:

ulcerative gingivitis ;
pharyngitis;
catarrhal tonsillitis ;
laryngitis;
stomatitis;
chronic tonsillitis (as a means of auxiliary therapy).

Adverse reactions, overdose

Theraflu is generally well tolerated by patients - both adults and children. But if used incorrectly, the body has an individual intolerance to the components of the drug, or a large amount of the spray gets into the gastrointestinal tract (or a small amount into the respiratory tract), side effects may occur.

Thus, the aerosol can cause local irritation of the mucous membranes. They can join:

rash;
swelling of the facial tissue or pharyngeal epithelium.

If the lower respiratory tract is irritated, a strong, suffocating cough may occur. But such a reaction of the body to the use of a spray develops in extremely rare cases.

As for tablets, most often they cause a feeling of discomfort in the oral cavity. This deviation is due to hypersensitivity to lidocaine. In extremely rare cases, the patient may experience shortness of breath, skin manifestations of allergies, and Quincke's edema.

With a systematic overdose of the drug, ailments may occur in the form of nausea, vomiting, bloating and gastralgia. If necessary, the patient can undergo gastric lavage. If the symptoms of overdose are too intense, in parallel with the enema, the use of a mucoprotector is prescribed.

Cow's milk or egg yolk, beaten and diluted with water, effectively neutralizes the toxic effect of the drug on the body.

Side effects

Occasionally, when using Theraflu LAR, local reactions are observed, manifested by irritation , which are temporary.

In isolated cases, allergic manifestations , expressed by the occurrence of urticaria , as well as swelling of the larynx and/or face.

If the drug was used for more than 14 days, brown staining of the teeth and/or tongue

Side effects

Although the occurrence of side effects when using the spray is quite rare, they should still be remembered:

Local reactions in the form of irritation may occur, but this negative manifestation is temporary.
Allergic reactions from the immune system may occur.
There is clinical evidence of isolated cases of swelling of the larynx, face, and the appearance of urticaria.
When using the spray for more than two weeks, a brown coloration of the tongue and teeth may appear, but this reaction is reversible.
During the course of treatment, it is recommended to stop drinking alcoholic beverages, since alcohol increases the absorption of benzoxonium.

Instructions for use Theraflu LAR

For adult patients, the instructions for using Theraflu LAR tablets recommend dissolving 1 tablet of the drug every 2-3 hours. In case of severe symptoms of the disease, it is allowed to dissolve 1 tablet of Theraflu LAR every 60-120 minutes, but taking into account the maximum possible daily dosage of 10 tablets.

The daily dose of the drug for children (after 4 years) is a maximum of 6 tablets, maintaining the recommended dosage frequency - 1 tablet every 2-3 hours.

The tablets should be dissolved slowly until they are completely dissolved.

Theraflu LAR spray instructions for use recommend using patients over 4 years of age 3-6 times every 24 hours. Adult patients can perform up to 4 sprays once, children over 4 years old - no more than 2-3 sprays.

Theraflu LAR spray must be sprayed into the oral cavity while holding the canister with the drug strictly vertically.

If no relief of symptoms is observed within 5 days of using any of the dosage forms of Theraflu LAR, you should stop the treatment and consult your doctor.

Use during pregnancy and lactation

Since there have been no adequate and strictly controlled clinical studies of the use of the drug during pregnancy, there is no data on its safety and effectiveness in this group of patients. In this regard, TheraFlu LAR tablets are contraindicated for use in the first trimester of pregnancy; their use should be avoided in the second and third trimesters. TheraFlu LAR spray is prohibited for use during the entire gestation period.

There are no clinical data on the excretion of the active substances of TheraFlu LAR into breast milk. However, it is not recommended to use the drug during lactation.

Overdose

In case of accidental or intentional oral administration of excessive dosages of Theraflu LAR (any of its dosage forms), nausea / vomiting . The mass fraction of lidocaine in the drug is insufficient to cause any negative symptoms.

As a treatment for the above conditions, it is recommended to eat egg whites , previously beaten in water, or drink milk .

Contraindications

Due to the low absorption of active substances in the body, there are few direct contraindications to the use of the drug Theraflu.

Hypersensitivity to individual components of the spray;
At elevated temperatures, when swallowing function is difficult;
In children under 4 years of age or if the child cannot hold his breath;
Fructose intolerance

It is recommended to use with caution:

For abrasions, erosions on the laryngeal mucosa;
In childhood, since there is a % alcohol content;
During pregnancy, especially in the first trimester, since the effect of the drug on the fetus and the penetration of substances through the placenta has not been studied well;
When breastfeeding.

The activity of the spray is reduced when used in combination with ionic agents. Therefore, it is not recommended to brush your teeth with toothpaste after using the drug.

If, nevertheless, this remedy does not suit you, you should turn to folk remedies and learn more about how lingonberries are used for colds.

During treatment, you should not drink alcoholic beverages, as this increases the effect of the active substance and an overdose is possible.

In case of side effects such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, skin rashes, stop using Theraflu spray. In rare cases, it is necessary to remove benzoxonium chloride or other components that cause an allergic reaction from the body. For this purpose, drugs that relieve intoxication are used: enterosgel, activated carbon.

Analogs

Level 4 ATX code matches:
Falimint

Suprima-ENT

Ingalipt-N

Strepsils Plus

Strepsils

Ingalipt

Hexoral Tabs

Lisak

Efizol

Angilex

Kameton

Anzibel

Agisept

Yox

Lugol's solution with glycerin

Lugol

Laripront

Stopangin 2A

Stopangin

Septolete Neo

Anti-angin;
Hexalize;
Agisept;
Voqara;
Gorpils;
Hexasprey;
Septolete;
Ingalipt;
Neo-Angin;
Kameton;
Rinza Lorsept;
Tonsipret;
Faringosept;
Strepsils;
Falimint.

Brief overview of analogues

There are no direct analogues of the drug, but there are no less effective drugs that can replace it. This applies to both tablets and spray:

Adjisept – lollipops. The drug contains the active ingredients 2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol and amylmetacresol. Used for infectious and inflammatory lesions of the oropharynx. The medicine can be prescribed to children over 6 years of age. A characteristic feature of Agisept is the almost complete absence of the risk of side effects and overdose.
Vokasept Lollipops. The drug contains the same active ingredients as the previous medicine. There are several varieties of the product: Regular (+orange), honey-lemon, mint-eucalyptus. Since there is no data on the safety of using the drug for the treatment of pregnant and lactating women, it should be prescribed in these cases only if absolutely necessary. Vocacept is contraindicated in children under 7 years of age.
Forteza. Spray for topical use. Indicated not only for throat diseases, but also for dental diseases. The active substance is benzydamine hydrochloride. The spray is not prescribed during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as well as for children under 4 years of age.

Replacing Theraflu spray or tablets with analogues requires prior approval from your doctor, even though most of them are almost completely safe.

Reviews

Patients who use TheraFlu LAR tablets or spray for the treatment of various painful conditions of the pharynx and oral cavity that have an infectious-inflammatory etiology generally characterize this drug on the positive side. In most cases, the drug copes well with pain in these organs and prevents the further development of bacterial infection . Naturally, treatment with one antiseptic may often be insufficient and require the addition of other medications from various pharmaceutical groups to the therapy.

Composition of the drug Theraflu

The spray has a colorless transparent appearance and a specific mint smell. The active ingredients of the drug are benzoxonium and lidocaine.

Additional components of the spray are the following substances:

Menthol;
Ethanol;
Peppermint oil;
Glycerol;
Hydrochloric acid.

Main components of Theraflu LAR

Benzoxonium hydrochloride is a substance that shows high efficiency in the fight against microorganisms that cause the development of diseases. In addition, the substance has an antiviral and antifungal effect.

Lidocaine is a local anesthetic that eliminates discomfort when swallowing, which occurs as a result of inflammatory processes occurring in the upper respiratory tract.

Theraflu LAR throat spray effectively copes with infectious and inflammatory processes in the throat and oral cavity, so it is very often prescribed for catarrhal tonsillitis, stomatitis, laryngitis, tonsillitis, etc.

If we talk about the drug Theraflu, produced in powder form, it has the following effect on the body:

Antipyretic;
Antiallergic;
Decongestant;
Analgesic.

If we talk about phenylephrine, then this component is an effective means of combating the clinical manifestations of viral infections and colds, that is, it:

Removes swelling;
Reduces redness;
Constricts the blood vessels of the mucous membrane of the paranasal sinuses and nasal cavity.

The substance pheniramine maleate has an antiallergic effect, that is:

Stops nasal discharge;
Reduces local symptoms of infection;
Stops lacrimation;
Eliminates itching in the nose and eyes.

Price, where to buy

The price of Theraflu Lar tablets No. 16 averages 200 rubles.

The average price of a 30 ml spray is 250 rubles.

Online pharmacies in RussiaRussia
Online pharmacies in KazakhstanKazakhstan

ZdravCity

TheraFlu LAR spray for local use.
approx. fl. 30ml (with dispenser) Doppel Pharmaceutical S.r.L. RUB 303 order
TeraFlu LAR against viruses and sore throat with orange flavor lozenges 16 pcs. Recipharm Pharmaservices Pvt. Ltd.
RUB 188 order

Pharmacy Dialogue

TheraFlu LAR menthol against viruses and sore throat, tablets N20Novartis
182 RUR order
TheraFlu LAR tablets against viruses and sore throat, tablets N16Novartis
RUB 196 order
TheraFlu LAR spray against viruses and sore throat, spray 30mlNovartis
RUB 311 order

Description

Theraflu is a brand that produces a whole series of drugs to fight colds. Their line includes powders, tablets, lozenges, and recently a spray for allergic rhinitis and sore throat. The medicine belongs to the group of antiseptics; it effectively relieves redness and inflammation, has a slight anesthetic effect and helps in the treatment of hoarseness.

Although such a spray appeared not very long ago. but already liked by consumers with sore throats

The spray acts precisely on the mucous membrane and eliminates cold symptoms such as:

obsessive tickling;
swelling of the mucous membrane, redness;
reduces pain in the throat;
cough of various types.

Store the spray in a dark place, at a temperature no higher than 25˚. Shelf life is 5 years, the date is always stamped on both the bottle and the packaging.

Perhaps you should also learn about why you have a sore throat without a cold and what can be done about such a problem as soon as possible.

Compound

The main substance that affects pathogenic bacteria is benzoxonium chloride or quaternary ammonium salt. It has low absorption and is practically not absorbed into the blood and gastrointestinal tract. The substance suppresses the growth of fungal and viral infections, including herpes.

Additional components:

lidocaine;
menthol;
glycerol;
peppermint oil extract;
hydrochloric acid;
highly purified water;
alcohol.

Lidocaine - relieves pain, playing the role of anesthesia; glycerol softens the mucous membrane, natural mint oil soothes and disinfects the cavity.

The product contains ethanol (alcohol) so it is not recommended to exceed the indicated dosage.

But what folk remedies there are for runny noses and colds and how to choose the right recipe are outlined here.

Where to start treatment

It is necessary to begin the fight against respiratory diseases at the first sign of a problem. Experts usually recommend drinking plenty of warm drinks. Indeed, warm teas, fruit drinks, and decoctions are indispensable in the fight against infection.

Theraflu offers powders that also have a pleasant taste and contain essential components that fight infection.

Do not forget that self-medication can be dangerous to your health. So, you can lose valuable time, and as a result, serious complications will develop.

Such a complication may be a cough, which causes patients a lot of anxiety.

In this situation, it is important to regulate the discharge of mucous secretions and relieve inflammation.

Theraflu ointments have the following unique properties:

mucolytic effect;
expectorant property;
stimulating effect;
antiseptic effect;
bronchodilator property;
local irritant effect.

And all thanks to its unique composition, namely: rosemary and eucalyptus essential oils, racemic camphor, and Peruvian balsam.

The Swiss drug Theraflu is a unique antiviral agent. The secret of the drug is that it has a wide variety of dosage forms in its arsenal, and the balanced composition and convenient use encourage many to use this particular series of drugs. All these features help patients recover faster, strengthen their immunity and restore good mood. See for yourself how Theraflu works.

How to use for treatment

The drug is prescribed from the age of 4 years and older, depending on the condition and duration of the disease, chronic diseases and age - the dosage and frequency of use varies.

After all packaging has been removed, spray a few times into the air.
Take the bottle vertically and turn the dispenser towards your mouth.
Spraying occurs into the wide-open oral cavity onto the tonsils and tonsils.
During the procedure you must hold your breath.
After the procedure, you should not drink or eat for at least 30 minutes. This allows the drug to act on gram-positive microorganisms.

Do not allow the spray nozzle to touch the larynx - this provokes a gag reflex.

It is one of the best sprays for the throat, and what even better sprays exist can be read here.

Adults

Adults and children over 11 years old make 2-4 presses every 2-4 hours during the day, but no more than 6 times a day. In the acute stage, the interval between injections is reduced to 1.5 hours. But after 1-2 days, the irrigation intensity is reduced to the recommended doses.

The general course of treatment does not exceed 5 days; if during this period of time there is no visible relief, you should consult a doctor again to adjust the treatment.

Children

In childhood, Theraflu spray is used starting from the age of 4 years. It is recommended to perform no more than 2-3 injections per application; the total number per day should not exceed 6 procedures.

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A sore throat is not a problem, the spray will help you - it is always a fast-acting remedy and easy to use

Use experience: a month or more
Cost: about 260 rub.

With the arrival of autumn and cold winds, a cold is inevitable, especially when everyone around you is sneezing and sniffling.
I won’t say that I get sick often, but if this happens, I try to nip the inflammation in the bud. My cold starts in the throat, the main symptoms are dryness and soreness, pain when swallowing. Sometimes I buy lollipops, but they don’t seem very effective to me, unless at the very beginning of the disease. More for taste, like candy)

For myself, I discovered an excellent spray that helped me cope with a sore throat and prevented the cold from progressing.

I bought it in winter 2021. on the advice of the pharmacist at the Gosapteka pharmacy, TeraFlu LAR spray.