Vitaherb Cold & Cough Lozenges

Vitaherb Cold & Cough Lozenges are throat lozenges designed to be dissolved slowly in the mouth. According to DoctorOnCall’s product information, each lozenge combines menthol, eucalyptus oil and honey with a blend of herbal ingredients. The exact amount of each ingredient per lozenge is printed on the product packaging, so please check the label for the full composition, including any sweeteners, colours and flavourings.

Menthol is the ingredient that gives mint lozenges their familiar cooling feel in the mouth and throat, while eucalyptus oil contributes a strong aromatic vapour. Honey has long been used in throat preparations and adds to the lozenge’s taste and texture. Because the lozenge is meant to dissolve gradually rather than be chewed or swallowed, its ingredients stay in contact with the mouth and throat for several minutes, and the slow dissolving also encourages saliva flow that keeps the throat moist.

DoctorOnCall lists this product as a pack of 24 lozenges. The lozenges are taken on an as-needed basis within a maximum daily number stated in the product information, and they are not a substitute for medical assessment when a cough, sore throat or fever is severe or long-lasting. Vitaherb Cold & Cough Lozenges can be ordered online from DoctorOnCall for delivery to your home in Malaysia.

• Place one lozenge in the mouth and let it dissolve slowly and completely.
• Do not chew the lozenge or swallow it whole.
• Do not lie down or eat while a lozenge is in the mouth, and supervise children while they use it.
• Always follow the directions and age guidance printed on the product packaging.

According to DoctorOnCall’s product information, the usual dose is 1 lozenge every 2 to 3 hours as needed, with no more than 8 lozenges in 24 hours.

Age limits and any different dosing for children should be checked on the product packaging before use. Do not exceed the stated maximum. If symptoms have not improved after a few days of use, stop and speak to a doctor or pharmacist.

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and humidity, as lozenges can soften or stick together when exposed to moisture. Keep the lozenges in their original packaging and close it properly after each use.
• Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Follow any specific storage temperature printed on the pack.

• Common: a temporary cooling, tingling or mild burning feeling in the mouth or throat from the menthol.
• Common: mild dry mouth or temporary throat irritation.
• Common: mild stomach upset or nausea if several lozenges are taken close together.
• Serious: allergic reactions such as rash, itching, hives, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing. Stop using the lozenges and seek medical help immediately.
• Serious: choking if a lozenge is swallowed whole or inhaled, particularly in young children.

• Do not use if you are allergic to menthol, eucalyptus oil, honey or any other ingredient listed on the packaging.
• Not suitable for young children who cannot reliably suck a lozenge without swallowing it whole, because of the risk of choking. Follow the minimum age stated on the pack.
• Do not give to infants under 1 year of age, as the product contains honey.

• No clinically significant drug interactions have been documented for menthol, eucalyptus or honey lozenges used at the recommended dose.
• If you are taking other cold, cough or throat products that also contain menthol or eucalyptus, check with a pharmacist to avoid taking more of these ingredients than intended.
• If you have diabetes or are watching your sugar intake, check the packaging for the sugar or sweetener content, as lozenges commonly contain sugars and the product contains honey.
• Avoid eating or drinking while a lozenge is dissolving, as this can wash it away from the throat and increases the risk of choking.

• Keep track of how many lozenges you have used so you stay within 8 in 24 hours.
• Space doses at least 2 to 3 hours apart rather than taking one after another.
• Drink plenty of water and rest, which helps the throat while you have a cold.
• Check the sugar or sweetener content on the pack if you have diabetes.
• Store the lozenges in a dry place so they do not become sticky in Malaysia’s humid weather.
• See a doctor if a sore throat or cough lasts more than a week, or comes with high fever or difficulty breathing.

Precautions: Do not exceed 8 lozenges in 24 hours. Let each lozenge dissolve slowly; do not chew or swallow it whole. Supervise children because of the choking risk, and do not give to infants under 1 year as the product contains honey. People with diabetes should check the sugar or sweetener content on the pack. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have allergies to herbal ingredients, or are taking other cold and cough products, check the full ingredient list with a pharmacist first. Natural or herbal ingredients can still cause side effects and allergic reactions.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: See a doctor if symptoms last more than a week or keep returning, or if you have high fever, severe sore throat, difficulty swallowing or breathing, wheezing, coughing up blood or coloured phlegm, or a rash. Seek urgent medical help for signs of an allergic reaction, or if a child chokes on or swallows several lozenges.