Benzydamine is an anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and mildly antimicrobial agent applied locally as a gargle solution, spray, or lozenge for the symptomatic treatment of pain and irritation of the mouth and throat, for example in sore throat. The preparations are administered several times daily. Possible adverse effects include numbness of the oral mucosa, transient taste disturbances, photosensitivity, and hypersensitivity reactions.
Benzydamine (ATC A01AD02) has anti-inflammatory, local anaesthetic, and mildly bactericidal and fungicidal properties. When taken orally, it additionally has antipyretic and analgesic effects and is also classified as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. The half-life is approximately 10 hours.
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