{"product_id":"apogar-20-sucking-tablets","title":"Apogar 20 sucking tablets","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Apogar 20 sucking tablets and what is it for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApocar has a double effect due to its components, antiseptic and disinfectant action due to chlorhexidine and anaesthetic action due to benzocaine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is indicated for the temporary and symptomatic relief of mouth and throat infections such as canker sores, irritation and aphonia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes in a \u003cstrong\u003epack of 20 tablets\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it is intended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults and children \u003cstrong\u003eover 6 years of age\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 1 tablet every 2 to 3 hours and no more than 8 tablets a day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContraindications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren under 6 years of age are contraindicated, as children are more sensitive to the use of benzocaine, as well as those over 65 years of age, whose use is not indicated, in addition to the sensitivity because it produces hypertension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePregnancy and lactation: a doctor should be consulted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSide effects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all medicines, Apogar may cause side effects. Specifically, the following have been observed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequent adverse reactions\u003c\/strong\u003e: irritation of the mouth or tip of the tongue, allergic reactions due to the use of chlorhexidine or benzocaine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery frequent adverse reactions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Oedema (due to fluid retention), hypertension, discolouration of the teeth may occur (this is temporary and is removed by cleaning) and altered taste may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCases of methaemoglobinaemia due to benzocaine have been reported, the symptoms of which are dizziness, difficulty in breathing, cyanosis (bluish discolouration of mucous membranes and skin), altered mental state, dizziness, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComposition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe active ingredients are chlorhexidine dichloride 5 mg and benzocaine 5 mg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other ingredients are: mannitol (E-421), microcrystalline cellulose (E-460), povidone, magnesium stearate, sodium cyclamate, sodium saccharin (E-954), menthol flavouring and orange flavouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePharmaceutical Opinion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApogar is an orange-flavoured lozenge. The tablet dissolves slowly in the mouth, without chewing or swallowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake the minimum number of lozenges to relieve symptoms in the shortest number of days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the package leaflet included with this medicine carefully. If you have any questions, you can consult our team of expert pharmacists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the price of this medicine?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prices of non-prescription drugs are set by law. In our online pharmacy you can \u003cstrong\u003ebuy this medicine\u003c\/strong\u003e at a \u003cstrong\u003ediscount of 10%\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is the maximum allowed by law.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"APOGAR","offers":[{"title":"Default title","offer_id":43499591106737,"sku":"661638","price":8.43,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/8829\/4065\/files\/apogar-55-mg-20-comprimidos-para-chupar-1_50defc07-19f0-407a-919f-58806ede8447.webp?v=1784346367","url":"https:\/\/farmaciasdirect-eu.myshopify.com\/products\/apogar-20-sucking-tablets","provider":"Farmaciasdirect.eu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}