Chloraseptic Children’s Sore Throat Spray Blackcurrant – 15ml

Description

Chloraseptic Children’s Sore Throat Spray Blackcurrant – 15ml

Chloraseptic Children’s Sore Throat Spray Blackcurrant is a locally acting throat spray designed to provide fast, temporary relief from sore throat pain in children. It contains benzocaine, a local anaesthetic, and comes in a child-friendly blackcurrant flavour.

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How It Works

The active ingredient benzocaine is a local anaesthetic that works by temporarily numbing the nerve endings in the throat. This helps to reduce the pain and discomfort associated with a sore throat quickly and directly at the site of irritation.

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Directions for Use

This spray is intended for children aged 6 years and over. Spray directly to the back of the throat as directed on the packaging. Do not use more often than recommended, and do not exceed the stated dose. This product is not suitable for children under 6 years of age. Always read the patient information leaflet before use. If you are unsure about the correct dose, speak to your PillSorted pharmacist.

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Active Ingredients

• Benzocaine 1.4 mg per spray (approximately 0.71% w/v)

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Possible Side Effects

• Local irritation or stinging in the throat
• Rash or skin reactions
• Allergic reactions (including swelling, itching, or difficulty breathing in rare cases)
• Methemoglobinaemia (a rare but serious blood disorder — seek immediate medical attention if lips or skin appear blue or grey)

If you experience any serious side effects, stop taking this medicine and seek medical advice immediately.

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Who Should Not Take This Medicine

• Children under 6 years of age
• Anyone with a known allergy to benzocaine or other local anaesthetics (particularly ester-type anaesthetics)
• Anyone with a known allergy to any other ingredient in the product
• Those with a history of methemoglobinaemia
• Do not use if you have difficulty swallowing or breathing

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Interactions

Benzocaine is not widely known to interact with most common medicines when used as directed at low doses in the throat. However, caution is advised in those taking medicines that can increase the risk of methemoglobinaemia, such as certain antibiotics (e.g., dapsone) or nitrates. Tell your PillSorted pharmacist or doctor about all medicines you are currently taking, including herbal remedies and supplements.

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Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

This product is intended for children and is not designed for use in adults, including those who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Speak to your doctor or PillSorted pharmacist before use if you are pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding.

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Alcohol

There is no known significant interaction between benzocaine throat spray and alcohol at the doses used in this product. However, it is generally advisable to avoid alcohol when a child is unwell, and this product should only be used in children as directed.

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Driving and Operating Machinery

Chloraseptic Children’s Sore Throat Spray is a locally acting product and is not expected to cause drowsiness or affect the ability to drive or operate machinery when used as directed. This product is intended for children; standard road safety advice applies to any supervising adult.

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Storage

Store below 25°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat. Do not freeze. Keep out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date shown on the packaging.

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Important Information

• This product is a medicine. Speak to your doctor or PillSorted pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical condition or are taking any other medication or complementary therapy.
• If symptoms worsen or persist, contact your doctor.
• If pregnant, trying to conceive or breastfeeding, seek medical advice before use.
• If you suffer from allergies, confirm suitability with your PillSorted pharmacist before use.
• Store out of sight and reach of children.
• Read the enclosed patient information leaflet carefully before use.
• Contact your GP where appropriate.

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Patient Information Leaflet

For the full Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) for this medicine, visit the electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). For further information about this medicine, visit NHS.uk.

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This content has been medically reviewed and approved by Zeinab Ardeshir (GPhC 2075730), Superintendent Pharmacist at PillSorted (GPhC-registered online pharmacy 9011258). Last reviewed: February 2026.

Brand	Chloraseptic