Who can and cannot use benzydamine

Most adults can use benzydamine.

Children can use some types of benzydamine, but it depends on their age:

• 1 month to 5 years old – spray only
• 6 to 12 years old – spray or lozenges
• 13 years old and over – mouthwash, lozenges or spray

Follow the instructions that comes with the medicine, and talk to a pharmacist if you're not sure.

Benzydamine is not suitable for some people.

To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor or pharmacist before using benzydamine if you:

• have ever had an allergic reaction to benzydamine or any other medicine
• have ever had an allergic reaction to NSAIDs, including aspirin, ibuprofen or naproxen
• have ever had asthma
• are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or breastfeeding