TANTUM VERDE 1.5 mg/ml solution for use in the oral cavity
Pack size:240ml Dosage form:Solution
Tantum Verde ® 1.5 mg/ml solution for use in the oral cavity
Active ingredient: Benzydamine hydrochloride
Area of application:
Symptomatic treatment of pain and irritation in the mouth and throat.
Contains methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, menthol and 10% alcohol by volume.
Information status:
January 2020
Authorization holder:
ACRAFSpA, 00181 Rome, Italy.
Co-distributor:
Angelini Pharma Österreich GmbH, 1200 Vienna, Austria.
Telephone: 00800 42762727
For information about risks and side effects, read the package leaflet and ask your doctor or pharmacy.
TANTUM VERDE ® 1.5 MG/ML SOLUTION FOR USE IN THE ORAL CAVITY.
For the treatment of pain and irritation in the mouth and throat
TANTUM VERDE ® SOLUTION FOR MOUTH AND THROAT
The Tantum Verde ® solution with the active ingredient benzydamine is used to treat pain and irritation in the mouth and throat. The solution for use in the oral cavity belongs to the group of anti-inflammatory drugs with its anti-inflammatory effect. Tantum Verde ® has a local anesthetic effect 1 , which means it specifically numbs the pain in the mouth and throat. The medicine relieves the pain quickly 2 and ensures freedom from symptoms for up to 3 hours. 3
TANTUM VERDE ® 1.5 MG/ML SOLUTION FOR USE IN THE ORAL CAVITY FOR DISCOMFORTS IN THE ORAL AND THROAT
• Leads to rapid pain relief 2
• Effectively inhibits inflammation in the mouth and throat
• For adults and young people from 12 years of age
• Sugar-free
• Without Antibiotic
AREAS OF APPLICATION OF THE TANTUM VERDE ® SOLUTION
The anti-inflammatory and local anesthetic effect of the Tantum Verde ® solution is suitable for a number of areas of application. In addition to throat problems (such as a sore throat caused by a viral cold, slight scratching or burning in the throat), these also include irritated respiratory tracts, the symptoms of which include hoarseness. In addition, the Tantum Verde ® solution is suitable for treating pain and irritation in the mouth, for example caused by hot foods and drinks or hard food components. Furthermore, Tantum Verde ® can be used for inflammation of the mucous membranes with painful blisters (stomatitis aphthosa), tooth inflammation, periodontal disease, inflammation in the mouth (mucositis) and difficulty swallowing.
RECOMMENDED USE
The recommended dose is 15 ml (1 tablespoon) of solution 2 to 3 times daily (after meals). Rinse the oral cavity and/or gargle in the back of the throat with the undiluted solution for 20 - 30 seconds. If the pain is severe, up to 5 applications per day are possible. Typically, only a few days are necessary to treat acute pain and irritation with Tantum Verde ® .
TANTUM VERDE ® SOLUTION FOR COLDS
With a cold, an infection of the upper respiratory tract, symptoms such as a sore throat, cough and hoarseness can occur in addition to a runny nose. On average, adults experience two to four infections per year, especially in autumn and winter. 4 The Tantum Verde ® solution has a local anesthetic effect, effectively inhibits irritation in the mouth and throat and provides rapid pain relief.
INFLAMMATION OF THE ORAL MUCOSA
Inflammation of the oral mucosa (stomatitis) can be a secondary phenomenon to an infection or systemic disease or can occur as an independent clinical picture without an identifiable cause. Women are more often affected by the so-called “canker sores” than men. 5 Local treatment with the Tantum Verde ® solution alleviates the symptoms, which primarily include a severe burning sensation in the oral mucosa.
TREATING HOARNESS
Hoarseness is caused by overloading the voice. Speaking requires effort and it is not uncommon for there to be additional burning or pressure in the larynx. The heavy use causes the vocal folds to redden and swell. 6 Anyone who ignores hoarseness risks further damage such as the vocal cords becoming relaxed. The Tantum Verde ® solution has an anti-inflammatory effect on irritation in the throat area.
FREQUENTLY QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Can the Tantum Verde ® solution also be swallowed?
Tantum Verde solution is intended for gargling in the mouth and throat area and must not be swallowed. Therefore, the solution should only be used for gargling if the swallowing reflex is suppressed and the solution can be spit out after rinsing or gargling. However , accidentally swallowing small amounts of the Tantum Verde ® solution is harmless.
Can the Tantum Verde ® solution also be used over a longer period of time?
In principle, there is nothing to be said against a longer treatment with Tantum Verde ®, for example in stomatitis. In the clinical trial, the drug was used for up to 50 days. However , if sensitization occurs due to Tantum Verde ® or if side effects occur, the preparation should be temporarily discontinued and a doctor should be contacted.
Can the Tantum Verde ® solution also be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. They will then decide whether you should use Tantum Verde.
Do asthma patients need to be particularly careful when using the Tantum Verde ® solution?
If you have a history of bronchial asthma, Tantum Verde ® should be used with particular caution, as it can cause cramps in the muscles that span the airways.