Medica Throat Tablets Honey (Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride, Lidocaine Hydrochloride)

Medica Throat Tablets Honey, containing chlorhexidine and lidocaine, is used in the oral cavity to manage infectious and painful throat conditions.

• Sore throat: Reduces microbial presence and provides local analgesia, easing pain and irritation.
• Oral mucosal infections: Controls bacterial growth on the mucosa, helping resolve ulcerative lesions.
• Throat pain relief: Delivers topical numbness to lessen discomfort during swallowing.

• Chlorhexidine dihydrochloride binds to bacterial cell membranes, disrupting their integrity and causing leakage of intracellular contents, which results in broad‑spectrum antimicrobial activity. Lidocaine hydrochloride penetrates nerve membranes and blocks voltage‑gated sodium channels, preventing depolarisation and generating a reversible loss of sensation in the treated area. The combined effect provides both antiseptic action and temporary numbness, facilitating symptom relief during oral intake and improves patient comfort.

Adverse reactions to Medica Throat Tablets Honey are generally mild and related to the local action of its ingredients.

Common Side Effects

• Altered taste: Transient metallic or bitter taste in the mouth.
• Oral irritation: Mild burning or tingling sensation at the site of application.
• Temporary numbness: Short‑lasting loss of sensation in the throat or mouth.

Serious or Rare Side Effects

• Allergic reaction: Rash, itching, swelling or difficulty breathing indicating hypersensitivity.
• Severe mucosal ulceration: Persistent ulcer or erosion beyond normal irritation.
• Systemic toxicity: Signs of lidocaine overdose such as dizziness, tremor, or cardiac arrhythmia.

When using Medica Throat Tablets Honey, consider the following precautions to ensure safe and effective use.

• Avoid use in patients with known hypersensitivity to chlorhexidine or lidocaine: discontinue immediately if reaction occurs.
• Do not exceed the recommended duration of therapy: limit use to the period advised by a healthcare professional.
• Refrain from applying to extensive oral lesions or open wounds: may increase systemic absorption.
• Consult a healthcare provider if pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding: safety has not been established.
• Store at ambient temperature: keep in the original packaging, protect from moisture and direct sunlight.

Medica Throat Tablets Honey may interact with other medicines; awareness of major and moderate interactions helps prevent adverse effects.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

• Concurrent use with other topical anesthetics: risk of cumulative lidocaine toxicity.
• Use with alcohol‑based mouthwashes: may increase oral irritation and mucosal damage.
• Combination with systemic local anesthetics: potential for enhanced central nervous system effects.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

• Co‑administration with oral anticoagulants: mucosal irritation could slightly increase bleeding tendency.
• Use with drugs that prolong the QT interval: monitor cardiac rhythm if both are required.
• Interaction with antihistamines that cause dry mouth: may reduce drug dispersion and effectiveness.