Jakemans Throat & Chest 73g - Pack of 12 - Soothing Menthol Lozenges - Suitable for Vegetarians

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Sugar-free varieties of cough drops are available, but eating too many of them can have a laxative effect. This is especially true for cough drops that contain a sugar substitute known as sorbitol. Our effective lozenges are delightfully tasty and provide soothing relief when you’re suffering from a cough, sore throat and the effects of seasonal distress, or you need a boost to your body’s wellness. Menthol helps cool your airway passages and soothe your throat. It may be paired with benzocaine, a local anesthetic.People with diabetes should use extra caution when eating cough drops, as they can cause your blood sugar to rise. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/labelrss.cfm?setid=6d5fe101-2e06-2208-e053-2a91aa0a2202 To receive all DailyMed Updates for the last seven days If you’re worried about overdosing, follow the dosage on the label or avoid menthol lozenges completely.

Some people love the sweet taste and calming effects of cough drops and may want to take them even when they don’t have a cough. But eating more than the recommended amount of cough drops — or anything for that matter — can result in a few unwanted symptoms. How many cough drops is too many? If you’re taking cough drops for a sore throat or cough and your symptoms don’t improve within 7 days or get worse, see a healthcare professional. While it’s possible to develop negative symptoms from consuming too many cough drops, you aren’t likely to ingest enough to cause any serious harm. Still, you should always read the label and try not to exceed the recommended dose. Kanezaki M, et al. (2017). Effect of the cooling sensation induced by olfactory stimulation by L-menthol on dyspnoea: A pilot study. Made in Boston England since 1907, Jakemans Throat & Chest Lozenges have been helping throats feel better naturally for more than a century. Long known for their unusually delicious flavors and unique Liquid-Drop shape, our lozenges provide you with comfortable, soothing relief from coughs or sore throats due to colds or flu.The most common medication in a cough drop is menthol. This is an organic compound made from peppermint, eucalyptus, and other mint oils. There has been one report of an 86-year-old man who experienced serious symptoms after eating two entire bags of menthol cough drops every day for 20 years. He experienced: But it would take rapid ingestion, which would likely first cause other health risks, such as choking and nausea. Keep in mind that you can call the Poison Help Line even if you just have questions about poison prevention. It doesn’t have to be an emergency. You should keep cough drops out of the reach of children, as children may think they’re candy. Cough drops also present a choking hazard to young children.