Descriptive sheet IBSA
Karos
THROAT LOZENGES
Description
Karos Gola pastilles, thanks to the hydrating and protective film it forms with saliva, is indicated for all cases of inflamed oral mucosa, such as: conditions of the oral cavity and upper respiratory tract (such as pharyngitis and pharyngitis, both acute and chronic); sore throat; dry cough; difficulty swallowing; furthermore, thanks to its barrier action, it reduces inflammation of the vocal cords, improves their viscoelastic properties and reduces hoarseness and dysphonia.
Thanks to its barrier action, Karos Gola pastilles are also indicated as an adjuvant in re-epithelialization processes, for example in the presence of gastric reflux and in patients undergoing radiotherapy of the oral cavity.
The hydrogel that forms in association with saliva when Karos Gola lozenges are dissolved in the mouth, deposits as a protective film on the inflamed mucous membranes of the mouth and pharynx, promoting the healing process of the mucous membranes.
Package Contents
The Karos Gola pastilles package contains: 1 aluminum tube containing 20 lemon-flavored lozenges to dissolve in the mouth.
Composition
Carbomer, xanthan gum, sodium hyaluronate, mannitol, sodium hydrogen carbonate, sorbitol, citric acid, aspartame, vitamin C, flavoring, zinc citrate dihydrate.
Frequency and method of use
Children aged 6 to 10: 1 tablet every 4 + 5 hours; do not exceed 3 tablets per day.
Adults and children over 10 years: 1 tablet every 2+3 hours; do not exceed 6 tablets per day.
Allow the Karos Gola lozenge to dissolve slowly in your mouth.
Karos Gola lozenges should not be chewed or swallowed whole.
If symptoms persist after 3-5 days of use, consult your doctor.
Karos Gola lozenges should not be chewed or swallowed whole.
If symptoms persist after 3-5 days of use, consult your doctor.
Warnings
Do not use Karos Gola lozenges after the expiry date shown on the package.
The expiration date refers to the last day of the month.
Do not use Karos Gola lozenges if the packaging is open or damaged.
Before using Karos Gola lozenges in children over 6 years of age, it is necessary to check that the child is actually able to suck the lozenge, avoiding the risk of the lozenge being swallowed entirely.
Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of Karos Gola lozenges you no longer use; do not throw Karos Gola lozenges via wastewater or household waste; this will help protect the environment.
Karos Gola lozenges are in addition to and do not replace other therapeutic treatments that may be prescribed by your doctor.
Store in a dry place below 25°C.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Interactions
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines, as Karos Gola lozenges form a hydrogel film, which may delay the absorption of other medicines.
Additionally, Karos Gola lozenges contain zinc, which may reduce the effect of other medicines.
It is recommended to leave a 3-hour interval between taking Karos Gola and other medicines.
Contraindications and side effects
Do not use Karos Gola lozenges in case of hypersensitivity to one or more components.
Do not use Karos Gola lozenges if you suffer from dry mouth (e.g. Sjogren's syndrome).
Do not use Karos Gola lozenges in children under 6 years of age.
Karos Gola lozenges contain aspartame, a source of phenylalanine, which may be harmful to people with phenylketonuria.
Karos Gola lozenges contain sorbitol: if you are intolerant to some sugars, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use.
Excessive consumption of Karos Gola lozenges may cause laxative effects.
Code 13463