{"id":5978,"date":"2020-12-29T15:27:01","date_gmt":"2020-12-29T15:27:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=5978"},"modified":"2022-11-16T08:41:38","modified_gmt":"2022-11-16T08:41:38","slug":"bertolix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/bertolix\/","title":{"rendered":"Bertolix &#8211; Benzydamine Hydrochloride Uses, Dose, And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong> Bertolix 3 mg\/ml&nbsp;Benzydamine Hydrochloride Oral Spray Solution&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Bertolix Is \u200b\u200bAnd What Is It Used For?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bertolix contains benzydamine which belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal inflammatory medicines.\u00a0It works by relieving <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">pain<\/a> and swelling (\u00a0inflammation\u00a0).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bertolix 3 mg\/ml<\/strong> is \u200b\u200bused in adults for short-term treatment of symptoms of\u00a0inflammation\u00a0of the oral cavity and throat (pain,\u00a0redness, swelling) or irritation of the mucous membranes of the mouth or throat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Benzydamine hydrochloride contained in Bertolix may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this leaflet.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional if you have any further questions and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You must talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after 3 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What You Need To Know Before Using Bertolix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Use Bertolix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to benzydamine hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of <em>Bertolix 3 mg\/ml <\/em>(listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Bertolix:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/peanut-allergy-and-nut-allergy\/\">hypersensitive<\/a> to&nbsp;acetylsalicylic acid&nbsp;or other medicines for <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/cold\/\">fever<\/a>, pain, and&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;(so-called&nbsp;NSAIDs&nbsp;)<\/li><li>If you have or have ever had&nbsp;asthma&nbsp;or&nbsp;allergies&nbsp;in the trachea because then you suffer a greater risk of developing cramps or&nbsp;allergies&nbsp;in the trachea.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The treatment should not exceed 7 days.\u00a0If your symptoms do not get better or if you feel worse after 3 days, if you get a fever or other symptoms, you should contact a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get an\u00a0allergic reaction, stop treatment, and contact a doctor or\u00a0emergency room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid contact with eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Bertolix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has not been established that other medicines affect the effect of Bertolix or that Bertolix affects the effect of other medicines when used at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bertolix With Food And Drink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Numbness in the oral cavity or throat can occur immediately after application of the spray.&nbsp;Food and drink should therefore be avoided until the numbness has passed.&nbsp;Use after meal and drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy And Breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> Bertolix 3 mg\/ml.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bertolix should not be used during pregnancy and lactation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bertolix does not affect your ability to drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Bertolix contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 218), 96% ethanol, and sodium<\/li><li>Bertolix contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 218)\u00a0which may cause an\u00a0allergic reaction\u00a0(possibly delayed).<\/li><li>Bertolix contains\u00a096%\u00a0ethanol<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 81.40 mg of <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/alcohol-and-drugs-risk-use-harmful-use-and-addiction\/\">alcohol<\/a> (\u00a0ethanol\u00a0) per ml corresponding to 13.84 mg \/ 0.17 ml (one puff spray).\u00a0The amount of\u00a0ethanol\u00a0in a puff (0.17 ml) of this medicine corresponds to less than 0.4 ml of beer or 0.2 ml of wine.\u00a0The low amount of alcohol in this medicine does not produce any noticeable effects.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Bertolix contains\u00a0\u00a0sodium<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bertolix <\/strong>contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg)\u00a0sodium\u00a0per spray dose (0.17 ml), ie\u00a0essentially &#8216;sodium-free&#8217;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How To Use Bertolix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take<strong> Bertolix <\/strong>exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Adults:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine is for use in adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is 2-4 puffs each time 2-6 times daily, no more often than every 1.5-3 hours.\u00a0Pressure on the pump gives a puff spray.<\/li><li>Do not exceed the recommended\u00a0dose.<\/li><li>The treatment should not exceed 7 days unless you have a prescription from a doctor.\u00a0If your symptoms do not improve or if you feel worse after 3 days, if you get a fever or other symptoms, contact your doctor.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children and adolescents:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>This medicine is not for use in children or adolescents (under 18 years of age).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Use The Bertolix Spray:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20150701000015#\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20150701000015#\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Put the nozzle in a horizontal position (fig. 1)<\/li><li>If the product is used for the first time, hold the <em>Bertolix spray<\/em> bottle in an upright position and press firmly with your thumb or forefinger on the spray bottle.\u00a0To get an even spray, repeat this 5 times.\u00a0When using the product next time, press the spray bottle twice.<\/li><li>Then place the nozzle in the oral cavity and press the<strong> Bertolix spray<\/strong> bottle (fig. 2).<\/li><li>When spraying the product, hold your breath.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Take Bertolix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you miss a\u00a0dose, take it as soon as possible.\u00a0However, if it is time for your next\u00a0dose, skip the missed\u00a0dose.\u00a0Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a forgotten\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible Bertolix Spray Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any of the following\u00a0<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Bertolix spray side effects<\/span>, stop using the medicine, and contact your doctor immediately or go to the nearest emergency room:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Swelling of the face, hands and feet, eyes, lips and\/or tongue, which may cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing (\u00a0angioedema\u00a0) &#8211; very rare\u00a0side effect<\/li><li>Allergic reaction\u00a0(hypersensitivity)<\/li><li>Severe\u00a0allergic reaction\u00a0(anaphylactic\u00a0shock\u00a0) with signs such as <ul><li>Difficulty breathing<\/li><li>Chest pain or tightness in the chest and\/or dizziness \/ feeling faint<\/li><li>Severe\u00a0itching\u00a0or increased rash on the skin, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and\/or throat.\u00a0This can be life-threatening (This is a\u00a0<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Bertolix spray side effects<\/span>\u00a0that has been reported and occurs in an unknown number of users).<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Immediately after use, numbness or tingling may occur in the oral cavity or throat.\u00a0This reaction occurs due to the normal action of the drug and disappears after a short time.\u00a0In rare cases, nausea or <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/stomach-disease-diarrhea-and-vomiting\/\">vomiting<\/a> may occur which is caused by irritation of the throat after using the medicine.\u00a0These symptoms go away on their own when you stop using the medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;have also been reported with the use of benzydamine spray at the following frequencies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people) &#8211; increased sensitivity to sunlight (&nbsp;photosensitivity&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people) &#8211; burning sensation and dry mouth<\/li><li>Very rare (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people) &#8211; difficulty breathing or swallowing (cramps in the larynx or trachea)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.&nbsp;This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.&nbsp;You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency,&nbsp;www.lakemedelsverket.se.&nbsp;By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How To Store Bertolix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Do not store above 30 \u00b0 C.\u00a0Opened packaging is durable for 160 days.<\/li><li>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the label and carton after EXP.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents Of The Packaging And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is benzydamine hydrochloride1 milliliter Bertolix oral spray solution contains 3 mg benzydamine hydrochloride equivalent to 2.68 mg benzydamine. One puff (0.17 ml) of the spray contains 510 micrograms of benzydamine hydrochloride equivalent to 456 micrograms of benzydamine.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are methyl (E 218), sodium cyclamate (E 952),&nbsp;glycerol(E422), natriumv\u00e4tebikarbonat, polysorbate 80,&nbsp;ethanol&nbsp;96%, peppermint flavor (containing peppermint oil,&nbsp;ethanol, menthol), concentrated&nbsp;phosphoric acid&nbsp;(&nbsp;pH-reglerande), purified water.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic peppermint scent in a white HDPE plastic bottle 15 ml or 30 ml, with a white LDPE \/ HDPE nozzle and a white PP adapter for the pump, in a cardboard box.<\/li><li>Pack size: 75 sprays (15ml) and 150 sprays (30ml)<\/li><li>Pack size:<ul><li>1 bottle<\/li><li>Not all pack sizes may be marketed<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder And Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PharmaSwiss Ceska Republika sro&nbsp;<br>Jankovcova 1569\/2 c&nbsp;<br>170 00 Prague 7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Czech Republic<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ICN Polfa Rzesz\u00f3w SA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ul.\u00a0Przemys\u0142owa 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>35-959 Rzesz\u00f3w<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Poland<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bertolix has benzydamine which belongs to a non-steroidal stirring medicines. 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