If suffering from a painful sore throat try Strepsils Extra Blackcurrant Lozenges containing Hexylresorcinol 2.4mg - an ingredient which is both antiseptic to fight throat infections but also has local anaesthetic properties to numb throat pain. How to take: Dissolve one lozenge slowly in the mouth every 3 hours as required. Do not take more than 12 lozenges in 24 hours. Do not exceed the stated dose. Ideal to use for people of Adults and Children over six years