Ultra Chloraseptic is a benzocaine anaesthetic throat spray that acts quickly to relieve sore throat pain, with a 15ml (100 sprays) bottle in four flavours sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).
Key facts
| Active ingredient | Benzocaine 0.71% w/v (1mg per spray) |
|---|---|
| Format | Throat spray with a nozzle that directs the spray to the throat |
| Pack | 15ml (100 sprays) per bottle |
| Flavours | Blackcurrant, Cherry, Mint and Honey & Lemon |
| Age | Adults and children aged 6 and over |
| Limits | Maximum 8 uses a day; do not use continuously for more than 3 days |
Who it is for
- Adults and children aged 6 and over with a sore throat.
Not suitable for: Children under 6. Do not use if you have difficulty breathing, noisy breathing or severe difficulty swallowing, if you are allergic to benzocaine or any other ingredient, if you have been told you have a rare blood disorder, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You must be 16 or over to buy this product.
How to use
- Read the leaflet supplied in the pack before use.
- Adults and children aged 13 and over: hold your breath and spray 3 times onto the back of the throat.
- Children aged 6 to 12: use under adult supervision, with 1 spray onto the back of the throat; do not use for a child who cannot hold their breath while spraying.
- If necessary, repeat every 2 to 3 hours.
- Do not use more than 8 times a day or continuously for more than 3 days.
Frequently asked questions
What is the active ingredient?
The spray contains benzocaine 0.71% w/v, a local anaesthetic, delivering 1mg per spray.
Which flavours are available?
The variants are Blackcurrant, Cherry, Mint and Honey & Lemon.
How often can it be used?
If necessary, repeat every 2 to 3 hours, up to a maximum of 8 uses a day.
How long can I keep using it?
Do not use it continuously for more than 3 days. If the sore throat is severe or lasts longer, or comes with fever or headache, consult a doctor.
Safety and storage
- Contains a small amount of alcohol (less than 0.006 units per spray) and propylene glycol, which may irritate the skin.
- If the sore throat is severe or persists, or is accompanied by fever or headache, consult a doctor.
- Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
- Read the PIL. Report suspected side effects through the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.
This is a medicine. Always read the label and the leaflet supplied in the pack before use.
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