Difflam Cough Lozenges (Blackcurrant)

Difflam Cough Lozenges (Blackcurrant) is a medicated throat lozenge from the well-known Difflam range, formulated to provide symptomatic relief from the throat irritation, tickly sensation, and mild discomfort that often accompany a cough or minor upper respiratory tract irritation. The blackcurrant-flavoured lozenge is designed to be sucked slowly, releasing soothing and cooling ingredients that coat and calm the irritated throat lining while helping to ease the urge to cough.

Difflam Cough Lozenges (Blackcurrant) is a non-prescription (over-the-counter) product available in Malaysia and Singapore, offering convenient, short-term symptomatic relief for coughs and throat discomfort associated with common colds, mild throat irritation, or overuse of the voice, without the need to see a doctor first.

Difflam Cough Lozenges (Blackcurrant) works locally in the mouth and throat rather than being absorbed to act throughout the body. As the lozenge slowly dissolves, its soothing and locally-acting ingredients form a thin protective, cooling coating over the irritated throat tissue, which can help reduce the sensation of tickle or irritation that triggers the urge to cough, while the flavour also helps freshen the mouth and encourage saliva production to further soothe dryness.

Allow one Difflam Cough Lozenges (Blackcurrant) to dissolve slowly in the mouth; do not chew or swallow it whole, as sucking slowly allows the soothing ingredients to stay in contact with the throat for longer. It may be repeated every few hours as needed for symptom relief, without exceeding the maximum number of lozenges stated on the product packaging.

For adults and children old enough to safely suck a lozenge (as guided by the product packaging), one lozenge may be taken as needed for throat irritation or cough symptoms, up to the maximum daily number stated on the label. It is intended for short-term, as-needed use; if symptoms persist beyond a week, or are accompanied by fever, breathing difficulty, or worsening symptoms, a doctor should be consulted.

Difflam Cough Lozenges (Blackcurrant) typically has a shelf life of around 24 to 36 months from the date of manufacture when stored unopened under the recommended conditions. Always check the expiry date printed on the packaging before use.

Store Difflam Cough Lozenges (Blackcurrant) below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed after opening and out of the reach and sight of young children, as lozenges can pose a choking hazard.

• Known hypersensitivity to any ingredient in the lozenge
• Not recommended for young children who may be unable to safely suck a lozenge without a choking risk; check the product packaging for the minimum recommended age
• Caution in people with phenylketonuria if the specific formulation used contains a sugar-free sweetener that is a source of phenylalanine — check the ingredient label

• As Difflam Cough Lozenges (Blackcurrant) act mainly locally in the mouth and throat, significant interactions with other oral or systemic medicines are uncommon with normal use
• Avoid taking other throat lozenges, sprays, or gargles at the same time; space them apart to avoid excessive local exposure
• Consult a pharmacist if you are using other cough or cold medicines together with these lozenges

• Suck the lozenge slowly; do not chew or swallow it whole
• Use for short-term relief of cough-related throat irritation only
• Stay well hydrated and rest your voice if throat irritation is linked to overuse
• See a doctor if your cough persists for more than a week, or is accompanied by fever, chest pain, or breathlessness
• Keep out of reach of young children due to the choking risk posed by lozenges

Difflam Cough Lozenges (Blackcurrant) is part of the wider Difflam range of products known in Malaysia and Singapore for throat and mouth symptom relief. As with any lozenge intended for symptomatic relief, it addresses the discomfort associated with cough and throat irritation rather than treating an underlying infection, so customers with a persistent or worsening cough, or additional symptoms such as fever or breathing difficulty, should seek medical advice rather than relying on lozenges alone.