What is Difflam cream used for?
Difflam-P 3 % Cream or Difflam 3 % Cream works by stopping pain and swelling (inflammation). When rubbed into the skin of the affected area it is used to treat aches and pains including: • Sprains • Strains • Bruises • Sore muscles • Stiff joints.
Can you buy Difflam cream over the counter?
Difflam® is available over the counter from your pharmacy.
Is Difflam a steroid?
Difflam spray contains benzydamine, which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), it acts as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory treatment for the throat and mouth.
Is Difflam a local Anaesthetic?
Difflam Spray is a locally acting analgesic and anti-inflammatory treatment for the throat and mouth. It is especially useful for the relief of pain in traumatic conditions such as following tonsillectomy or the use of a naso-gastric tube; dental surgery.
What does Benzydamine hydrochloride do?
Benzydamine is an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) that reduces pain and swelling (inflammation). It’s used for: mouth ulcers. sore throats.
Can you get Difflam on prescription?
Benzydamine mouthwash, lozenges and spray are available on a prescription from a doctor or dentist. You can also buy them at a pharmacy, without a prescription….About benzydamine.
| Type of medicine | Anti-inflammatory painkiller |
|---|---|
| Also called | Difflam® |
| Available as | Mouth rinse (mouthwash), lozenges or spray |
How many times a day should I take Difflam?
The recommended dose is: Adults and children over 6 years old: one lozenge 3 times a day. Do not take more than 3 lozenges per day.
How long does it take for Difflam to work?
Difflam throat and mouth spray is designed to provide relief for your pain incredibly quickly. By specifically spraying your the painful area with the spray nozzle you should feel your symptoms easing within a matter of days. Any soreness and inflammation symptoms should have reduced within a week.