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What is Strefen Cherry and Mint Flavour Spray?

Containing the active ingredient flurbiprofen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), this oromucosal spray works by reducing inflammation and easing discomfort directly at the source. Designed for adults suffering from acute sore throat symptoms, it can begin to provide relief within just 5 minutes and lasts for up to 6 hours. The pleasant cherry and mint flavour offers a soothing taste while helping you feel more comfortable throughout the day.

Compact and easy to use, Strefen Spray is ideal for on-the-go relief, making it a practical choice for quick and effective sore throat care.

This product is not eligible for returns

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What are the active ingredients?

The active ingredient (the ingredient which makes the medicine work) is Flurbiprofen 8.75 mg

What are the other Ingredients?

Betadex, Disodium phosphate dodecahydrate, Citric acid monohydrate, Methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), Propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), Sodium hydroxide, Mint and Cherry flavours (containing flavouring substance(s), flavouring preparation(s), Propylene glycol (E1520), Glycerol triacetate (Triacetin) (E1518), and water), N,2,3-Trimethyl-2- isopropylbutanamide, Saccharin sodium (E954), Hydroxypropylbetadex and Purified water.

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How to use Strefen Cherry and Mint Flavour Oromucosal Spray

Always use this medicine exactly as described in this last or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

Adults aged 18 years and older:

One dose of 3 sprays to the back of the throat every 3-6 hours as required, up to a maximum of 5 doses in a 24 hour period. One dose (3 sprays) contains 8.75 mg of Flurbiprofen.

Do not give this medicine to children or adolescents under 18 years.

For oromucosal use only. Spray at the back of the throat only. Do not inhale while spraying. Do not take more than 5 doses (15 sprays)in 24 hours. This medicine is for short-term use only. The lowest effective dose should be used for the shortest duration necessary to relieve symptoms. If you have an infection, consult a doctor or pharmacist without delay if symptoms (such as fever and pain) persist or worsen (see section 2). If mouth irritation occurs, flurbiprofen treatment should be withdrawn. Do not use this medicine for more than 3 days unless instructed to do so by your doctor. If you do not get better, you get worse, or if new symptoms occur, talk to a doctor or pharmacist.

If you take more than you should, you may feel drowsy or nauseous. You should seek immediate medical advice in the event of an overdose, even if you feel well.

Priming the pump When using the pump for the first time(or after storage for a long period of time) you must first prime the pump. Point the nozzle away from you and spray a minimum of four times until a consistent mist is produced. The pump is then primed and ready for use. If the product is not used for a period of time, point the nozzle away from you and spray a minimum of once ensuring a consistent mist is produced. Always ensure a consistent mist is produced before doing the product.

Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

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Precautions to consider before using Strefen Cherry and Mint Flavour Spray

Do not take Strefen Spray if you:

Are allergic (hypersensitive) to Flurbiprofen, aspirin, or any other NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) medicine, or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
Currently have (or have had two or more episodes of) a stomach ulcer, intestinal ulcers, or gastrointestinal bleeding.
Have ever had asthma, unexpected wheezing or shortness of breath, a runny nose, facial swelling or itchy rash (hives) after taking aspirin or any other NSAID medicine.
Have had gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation, severe colitis (inflammation of the bowel) or bleeding disorders when taking NSAID medicines in the past.
Are taking high dose aspirin (more than 75mg of aspirin per day) or another NSAID medicine (such as celecoxib, ibuprofen, diclofenac sodium etc).
Have severe heart failure, severe kidney failure or severe liver failure.
Are in the last 3 months of pregnancy.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Strefen Cherry and Mint Flavour Spray if you:

Have or have had asthma or suffer from allergies.
Are already taking any other Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or aspirin
Have tonsillitis (inflamed tonsils) or think you may have a bacterial throat infection (as you may need antibiotics).
Have heart, kidney or liver problems.
Have an infection.
Have had a stroke.
Have a history of bowel disease (such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease).
Suffer from chronic autoimmune disease such as systemic lupus erythematosus and mixed connective tissue disease.
Are elderly, as you are more likely to experience the side effects listed in this leaflet.
Are in the last 6 months of pregnancy or breast-feeding.

Other medicines and Strefen Spray

Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicine. In particular, tell them if you are taking:
Low dose aspirin (up to 75 mg daily).
Medicines for high blood pressure or heart failure (antihypertensives, cardiac glycosides).
Water tablets (diuretics, including potassium sparing drugs).
Medicines for thinning the blood (anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents).
Medicines for gout (probenecid, sulnpyrazone).
Other NSAID medicines or corticosteroids (such as celecoxib, ibuprofen, diclofenac sodium or prednisolone).
Mifepristone (a medicine used for pregnancy termination).
Quinolone antibiotics (such as ciprofloxacin).
Cyclosporine or tacrolimus (to suppress the immune system).
Phenytoin (to treat epilepsy).
Methotrexate (to treat autoimmune diseases or cancer).
Lithium or SSRIs (for depression).
Oral antidiabetics (to treat diabetes).
Zidovudine (to treat HIV).

Taking Strefen Spray with food, drink and alcohol.

Alcohol should be avoided during treatment with Strefen Spray as it increases the risk of bleeding in the stomach or intestines.

Pregnancy, breast-feeding and fertility

Do not take this medicine if you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy. If you are in the last 6 months of pregnancy or are breast-feeding, speak to your doctor before taking.
Flurbiprofen belongs to a group of medicines which may impair fertility in women. This effect is reversible on stopping the medicine.
It is unlikely that the spray, used occasionally, will affect your chances of becoming pregnant; however, tell your doctor before taking this medicine if you have problems becoming pregnant.

Infections
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may hide signs of infections such as fever and pain. This may delay appropriate treatment of infection, which may lead to an increased risk of complications. If you take this medicine while you have an infection and your symptoms of the infection persist or worsen, consult a doctor or pharmacist without delay.

Driving and using machines
No studies on the effects on the ability to drive and use of machines have been performed. However, dizziness and visual disturbances are possible side effects after taking NSAIDs. If affected, do not drive or operate machinery.

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Strefen Spray 15ml

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