Sugar Free Honey-Lemon Fishermans Friend Menthol Cough Suppressant

Description

Fisherman's Friend Honey-Lemon is a menthol-based cough suppressant and oral anesthetic formulation. This product is sugar-free and is available in a package containing 40 count lozenges. It is manufactured by Lofthouse of Fleetwood Ltd., located in Lancs, England, and distributed by Greenwood Brands, LLC, based in Buffalo-Niagara, NY 14225. For further inquiries, contact via email at ffinfo@greenwoodg.com.

Uses and Indications

This drug is indicated for use as a menthol cough suppressant and oral anesthetic. It is designed to alleviate cough symptoms and provide localized relief in the oral cavity.

There are no teratogenic effects associated with this drug, and no nonteratogenic effects have been reported.

Dosage and Administration

Adults and children aged 2 years and older are instructed to allow one lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth. This process may be repeated every 2 hours as needed or as directed by a healthcare professional. For children under 2 years of age, it is recommended to consult a doctor prior to administration.

Contraindications

Use is contraindicated in patients who experience a cough lasting more than 7 days, or if the cough recurs or is accompanied by fever, rash, or headache that persists, as these may indicate a serious underlying condition. Additionally, discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional if a sore throat is severe, lasts more than 2 days, or is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea, or vomiting.

Warnings and Precautions

Severe or persistent sore throat, particularly when accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, or vomiting, may indicate a serious condition. Healthcare professionals should advise patients to seek medical attention immediately under these circumstances. It is important to note that the product should not be used for more than 2 days or administered to children under 2 years of age unless specifically directed by a physician.

Before recommending this product, healthcare providers should inquire about the presence of a cough that produces excessive phlegm (mucus) or a persistent or chronic cough associated with conditions such as smoking, asthma, or emphysema. These factors may necessitate a different therapeutic approach.

Patients should be instructed to discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional if their cough persists for more than 7 days, recurs, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or a headache that lasts. These symptoms may signify a more serious underlying condition. Additionally, if a sore throat is severe, lasts longer than 2 days, or is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea, or vomiting, patients should be advised to stop taking the product and seek medical advice promptly.

Side Effects

Patients may experience a range of adverse reactions associated with the use of this medication. Serious adverse reactions include severe or persistent sore throat, particularly when accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, or vomiting. Such symptoms may indicate a serious condition, and patients are advised to seek medical attention immediately.

Additionally, patients should discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional if a cough persists for more than 7 days, recurs, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or a headache that lasts. These symptoms may also signify a serious underlying condition.

For sore throat, patients should stop using the medication if it is severe, lasts more than 2 days, or is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea, or vomiting.

Before using this medication, patients are encouraged to consult a doctor if they have a cough that produces excessive phlegm (mucus) or if they have a persistent or chronic cough, such as that associated with smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

Drug Interactions

There are no specific drug interactions or laboratory test interactions identified in the available data. Therefore, no dosage adjustments or monitoring recommendations are necessary at this time.

Packaging & NDC

Below are the non-prescription pack sizes of Sugar Free Honey-Lemon Fishermans Friend Menthol Cough Suppressant (menthol). Columns show Packaging, Formulation Type, and Active Ingredient Strength.

Pediatric Use

Pediatric patients under 2 years of age should not use this medication unless directed by a healthcare professional. For children aged 2 years and older, the recommended dosage is 1 lozenge to be dissolved slowly in the mouth, with the option to repeat every 2 hours as needed or as directed by a doctor. It is important for caregivers to consult a physician regarding the use of this medication in children under 2 years.

Geriatric Use

Elderly patients may not have specific information regarding the use of this medication, including dosage adjustments, safety concerns, or special precautions. Therefore, healthcare providers should exercise caution when prescribing this medication to geriatric patients. It is advisable to monitor these patients closely for any adverse effects or changes in therapeutic response, given the lack of targeted data for this population.

Pregnancy

Pregnant patients and those who are breastfeeding should consult a healthcare professional prior to using this medication. The potential risks and benefits must be carefully weighed, as the effects on fetal outcomes and lactation are not fully established. It is essential for women of childbearing potential to seek medical advice to ensure the safety of both the mother and the developing fetus or nursing infant.

Lactation

Lactating mothers are advised to consult a health professional prior to using this medication. There is currently no available data on the excretion of this drug in human breast milk or its effects on breastfed infants. Therefore, caution is recommended when administering this medication to lactating individuals.

Renal Impairment

Patients with renal impairment have no specific information regarding dosage adjustments, special monitoring, or safety considerations provided in the drug insert. Therefore, healthcare professionals should exercise caution when prescribing this medication to individuals with reduced kidney function, as the absence of guidance necessitates careful clinical judgment.

Hepatic Impairment

Patients with hepatic impairment have not been specifically studied in relation to this medication. Consequently, there are no dosage adjustments, special monitoring requirements, or precautions outlined for individuals with compromised liver function. It is recommended that healthcare providers exercise caution when prescribing this medication to patients with hepatic impairment, given the lack of data on its safety and efficacy in this population. Regular monitoring of liver function may be prudent in these cases, although specific parameters are not defined in the prescribing information.

Overdosage

In the absence of specific information regarding overdosage, healthcare professionals are advised to exercise caution and adhere to general principles of management in cases of suspected overdose.

It is essential to monitor the patient closely for any potential symptoms that may arise from an overdose. Symptoms can vary widely depending on the substance involved and the individual patient's response.

In the event of an overdose, immediate medical attention should be sought. Healthcare providers should initiate supportive care, which may include monitoring vital signs, providing symptomatic treatment, and ensuring the patient's safety.

If available, consultation with a poison control center or a medical toxicologist is recommended to guide further management and treatment options.

Documentation of the incident, including the amount and timing of the substance taken, is crucial for effective management and follow-up care.

Nonclinical Toxicology

No information is available regarding teratogenic or non-teratogenic effects. Additionally, there is no data provided concerning nonclinical toxicology, animal pharmacology, or toxicology.

Postmarketing Experience

No postmarketing experience details are provided in the insert.

Patient Counseling

Healthcare providers should advise patients to keep the medication out of reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion. Patients should be instructed to stop using the medication and consult a doctor if their cough lasts more than 7 days, returns, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or a headache that persists, as these symptoms may indicate a serious condition.

Additionally, patients should be informed to seek medical advice if they experience a severe sore throat that lasts more than 2 days or is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea, or vomiting.

It is also important for healthcare providers to remind patients to ask a doctor before using the medication if they have a cough that produces excessive phlegm (mucus) or if they have a persistent or chronic cough associated with conditions such as smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

Storage and Handling

The product is supplied in lozenge form, with specific handling and storage requirements to ensure its efficacy. It should be stored at room temperature, away from moisture. To maintain product integrity, it is essential to keep the lozenges in their original packaging until they are ready for use. Any unused lozenges must be discarded after the expiration date to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Additional Clinical Information

The medication is administered orally. For adults and children aged 2 years and older, the recommended dosage is to allow one lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth, with the option to repeat every 2 hours as needed or as directed by a healthcare professional. For children under 2 years of age, it is advised to consult a doctor before administration.

No additional information is available regarding laboratory tests, abuse potential, patient counseling, or postmarketing experience.

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