If suffering from 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