12 best lozenges for sore throat

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

During the cold season, people often experience a sore throat. Most often, this symptom occurs with pharyngitis, laryngitis or tonsillitis (sore throat). It is difficult for the patient to swallow against the background of enlarged mucous membranes and tonsils. And with irritation of the nerve endings, perspiration and other uncomfortable sensations appear. Lozenges, lozenges, and lozenges are helpful for sore throat.

Certain drugs of this kind do not cure, but rather quickly bring temporary relief. Most topical sore throat medications are combined. They can include: antiseptics, anesthetics, NSAIDs, essential oils, and other ingredients. This review will look at the best herbal sore throat lozenges and combination medications.

Rating of the best lollipops for sore throat

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best plant-based lollipops	1	Dr Theiss Orange Flavored Sage Lollipops	RUB 96
	2	Karmolis Alpine Herb Lollipops (Sugar Free)	299 r
	3	Isla Mint	282 r
	4	Sage Nature Product	152 RUB
	5	NEOTRAVISIL	162 r
The best lollipops with combined formulations	1	Strepsils with lemon (sugar free)	151 RUB
	2	Tantum Verde	197 RUB
	3	Septolet Total	233 r
	4	Neo Angin	RUB 138
	5	Hexoral Tabs	172 r
	6	Ajisept	110 RUB
	7	Suprima Lor	RUB 85

The best plant-based lollipops

Herbal lozenges, which relieve sore throat, most often contain essential oils, as well as a variety of herbal extracts.

Dr Theiss Orange Flavored Sage Lollipops

Popularity rating: 4.9

The German manufacturer Dr Theiss produces a line of candies with various flavors. All of them are based on plant components. Sage candies with orange flavor are popular among patients. The active ingredients of this product are sage extract and oil. The auxiliary ingredient is ascorbic acid.

Lollipops are sold in a package of 25 g or 50 g. They are orange flattened sucking candies. Each of them has a white wrapper with the firm's trademark. Lozenges are suitable for treating adults and children over 12 years of age. It is allowed to dissolve up to 5 sweets per day. Their taste is sweet, orange.

According to patient reviews, these Dr Theiss sage lollipops are easily confused with regular candy. But at the same time, they are quite effective in eliminating irritation in the throat. With them, the voice ceases to be hoarse and hoarse. The combination of sage and orange is to the taste of many. These candies refresh and tone well. They do not have a pronounced therapeutic effect on a sore throat, but temporarily relieve symptoms by five.

Advantages

• sage + vitamin C;
• pleasant taste;
• eliminate irritation in the throat;
• refresh and tone up.

disadvantages

• development of allergies is possible.

Karmolis Alpine Herb Lollipops (Sugar Free)

Popularity rating: 4.8

In Austria, a line of candies made from the Alpine herbs Karmolis is produced. Those looking to relieve a sore throat but are monitoring their weight or have diabetes may be interested in their sugar-free option. These candies contain carmole oil (a mixture of lavender, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, sage, citronella, anise, lemon, thyme), menthol, and several sweeteners.

The bag contains 20 candies, additionally wrapped like candy. Their taste is strongly mint with hints of herbs and spices. Lollipops are oblong, almost transparent with a slight green tint. The manufacturer recommends dissolving such candies 1 piece 3 times a day. And also stipulates that if the dosage is exceeded, then a laxative effect may appear.

Reviews of Karmolis candies are mostly positive, but many note that you need to get used to their taste. At the same time, they quickly reduce irritation and sore throat, reduce hoarseness, freshen breath, and improve overall well-being. At the same time, the nose begins to breathe better, and the body's defenses are strengthened.

Advantages

• multicomponent natural composition;
• sugarless;
• quickly remove irritation and sore throat;
• breathing through the nose improves;
• strengthen the immune system.

disadvantages

• the taste is quite specific;
• may cause diarrhea in case of overdose.

Isla Mint

Popularity rating: 4.7

German Isla Mint pastilles contain 100 mg of Icelandic moss water extract in each. It has antimicrobial activity and is able to increase the body's defenses. It also contains: peppermint (oil), sweeteners and food colors. This remedy is indicated for inflammation of the larynx and pharynx, accompanied by pain and loss of voice.

Isla Mint is a small, flattened, dark colored candy. Their taste is quite specific. When absorbed, they often stick to the palate. Some people note that the mouthfeel of these lozenges resembles the gum of fruit trees. It is recommended to apply them 2 pieces 3 times a day after meals. You should not drink water after resorption of the lozenges for 30 minutes.

In the reviews, patients note that Isla Mint perfectly envelops the mucous membrane, soothes the throat, eliminates dryness and perspiration. Some may be confused by the almost black color of the candies. But if you do not pay attention to this, then a good result from their use will not be long in coming. Isla Mint's tolerance is good. It rarely causes side effects.

Advantages

• Icelandic moss supplemented with mint;
• relieves sore throat;
• returns the voice;
• well tolerated;
• acts quickly.

disadvantages

• when absorbed, the lozenge adheres to the palate.

Sage Nature Product

Popularity rating: 4.6

In the Netherlands, the pharmaceutical company Natur Product produces Sage lozenges. This remedy for sore throat contains: dry extract and essential oil of sage, as well as eucalyptus oil, menthol, Anethol flavor, sugar and glucose syrup. This drug is often prescribed for tonsillitis, laryngitis and tracheitis, as well as for dental pathologies.

Sage Natur The product is a light yellow to greenish yellow flat round candy. The lozenges have a specific smell and a sweet herbal taste. They are approved for use by adults and children from 5 years old. It is recommended to dissolve no more than 6 lozenges per day. Between receptions should pass at least 2 hours. Due to the rough surface, when absorbing, sometimes the palate can be slightly injured.

Consumers in reviews note that after resorption of one lozenge, the sore throat dulls, coughing stops. A light freezing, astringent effect is felt. At first, improvement occurs only after the absorption of the lozenge and the pain returns again after 1-2 hours. But after 3-4 days of regular use, the mucous membrane in the throat becomes less hyperemic and causes less discomfort.

Advantages

• good combined composition;
• the lollipops are quite tasty;
• quickly relieve pain;
• stop the inflammatory process.

disadvantages

• can injure the palate when absorbed.

NEOTRAVISIL

Popularity rating: 4.5

Indian NEOTRAVISIL lozenges are available in a variety of flavors (mint, lemon, honey / lemon, strawberry). Flavors are responsible for this, and the main active ingredients include extracts: mint, licorice roots, eucalyptus leaves, orange fruits, cinnamon camphor roots, and glucose syrup is also present in the composition. Such herbal lozenges are widely used in ENT practice and are prescribed by dentists.

NEOTRAVISIL looks like regular candy. The color of the caramel differs depending on the flavor chosen. The manufacturer recommends dissolving them 1 piece no more than 6 times a day. The lozenges are delicious, with notes of eucalyptus and menthol distinctly felt. Lozenges have a smooth surface, so they do not injure the mucous membrane in the mouth.

Reviews about NEOTRAVISIL are mostly positive. Many people like the fairly safe composition of these 'sweets' and the way they affect a sore throat. Consumers note that if they start using such lozenges as soon as the first discomfort in the throat appears, then it is quite possible to reduce the risk of developing an acute inflammatory process. However, in advanced cases, Neotravisil alone will not cope.

Advantages

• many herbal ingredients in the composition;
• well numb the throat;
• prevent the development of the inflammatory process;
• pleasant taste;
• don't scratch the sky.

disadvantages

• hypersensitivity to individual components is possible.

The best lollipops with combined formulations

Often, lozenges with combined formulations are used to eliminate various symptoms accompanying throat diseases. Such complex remedies speed up the healing process.

Strepsils with lemon (sugar free)

Popularity rating: 4.9

Strepsils lemon-flavored lollipops are made in the UK. This medicine contains 2 active ingredients: dichlorobenzyl alcohol and amylmetacresol. This drug is effective against various pathogenic microorganisms. Strepsils is used to relieve pain and eliminate sore throat.

Strepsils tablets are a yellow round translucent caramel mass with a double-sided image of the letter 'S'. This drug is used from the age of six. It is allowed to dissolve no more than 8 lozenges per day at intervals of 2-3 hours. The tablets are quite large, hard and with uneven edges, so they can injure the palate.

In the reviews, the patients praise Strepsils very much. However, they give relief for a short time, which is why there is a need to apply them every 2-3 hours. It is a good 'pocket antiseptic' that is easy to take with you. Many are impressed by the fact that there is no sugar in the composition. But on the other hand, synthetic flavors and colors are frustrating.

Advantages

• combined antiseptic;
• soften irritation, relieve pain;
• improve breathing through the nose;
• pleasant taste;
• it is possible for diabetics.

disadvantages

• unhealthy synthetic ingredients.

Tantum Verde

Popularity rating: 4.8

The Italian drug Tantum Verde contains benzydamine. These are NSAIDs from the indazole group that relieve inflammation. In addition, it has broad antimicrobial activity and is good for pain relief. Tantum Verde for resorption is sold in different flavors: mint (sugar free), orange / honey, lemon, eucalyptus.

Tantum Verde is a translucent square lollipop with a depression in the center. The box contains 2 briquettes with 10 lozenges in each. Plus, each lollipop has an extra wrapper. Adults and children over 6 years old use 1 'candy' three times a day. In the process, most feel a slight numbness in the mouth.

According to reviews, Tantum Verde is a very effective remedy for sore throat. Many people like the taste of these candies, which resembles ordinary candies, and if it were not for the restriction in the instructions (3 pieces per day), it would be difficult to stop. This remedy not only masks pain, but also successfully relieves inflammation in the mouth or throat.

Advantages

• effective NSAIDs in the composition;
• a pleasant range of flavors;
• there is no sugar in mints;
• conveniently packaged;
• well eliminate pain and inflammation.

disadvantages

• numbness in the mouth.

Septolet Total

Popularity rating: 4.7

The pharmaceutical company KRKA in Slovenia produces Septolete Total sucking tablets. They contain 2 active components: benzydamine and cetylpyridinium chloride. The drug is positioned as an antiseptic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent. Septolete Total has proven itself well in ENT practice when diseases are provoked by infectious agents.

Septolet is a light blue to blue lollipop, round, with beveled edges, with a rough surface. The tablets are sweetish menthol to taste. In the mouth, they create a soft feeling without freezing. Every 3-6 hours, adults and children who are already 12 years old are allowed to use 1 candy.

In the reviews, patients note that the Septolete Total drug fully lives up to the manufacturer's promises. Such lozenges help to stop the disease at an early stage and prevent it from growing. The drug is pleasant to use, quickly relieves pain. It rarely causes side reactions, but manifestations of hypersensitivity to individual components are not excluded.

Advantages

• high-quality combined composition;
• pleasant taste;
• quickly relieves pain;
• prevents the growth of the disease.

disadvantages

• allergic reactions.

Neo Angin

Popularity rating: 4.6

The Germans produce another combined antiseptic for the throat – Neo Angin. Its active ingredients are amylmetacresol, dichlorobenzyl alcohol and levomenthol. With its help, various diseases of the upper respiratory tract and dental pathologies are treated. Along the way, the drug improves nose breathing.

Neo Angin is sold as a bright red round beveled lollipop. They have a specific taste. Consumers describe it as a combination of mint and barberry with a distinct touch of alcohol. It is recommended to dissolve them 1 piece every 2-3 hours, but not more than 8 tablets per day.

Reviews of the drug Neo Angin are mostly good. Lollipops almost instantly numb the throat and this effect lasts at least 2-3 hours, but you need to get used to their taste. But if the sick person claims not only an analgesic effect, but also a therapeutic one, then this remedy must be used in combination with others.

Advantages

• effective composition;
• quickly relieves the throat;
• helps the nose breathe;
• relieves the inflammatory process.

disadvantages

• dyes in the composition;
• specific taste.

Hexoral Tabs

Popularity rating: 4.5

The German drug Hexoral Tabs contains chlorhexidine, which has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity, and benzocaine, a local anesthetic. The manufacturer promises that this remedy can relieve a sore throat in 15-30 seconds. The drug has proven itself well in the treatment of pharyngitis, tonsillitis or other inflammatory pathologies of the upper respiratory tract.

Hexoral Tubs are round, convex on both sides, matte light gray or yellow-gray candies that resemble ordinary mint candies in appearance and taste. They have a pronounced cooling effect. Hexoral Tabs are allowed for use by adults and children over 4 years old. The maximum daily dose for those over 12 years old is 8 lozenges.

According to reviews, Hexoral Tabs effectively relieves pain and heals the throat. Along with other therapeutic methods, upper respiratory tract diseases can be eliminated in a matter of days. The drug is convenient to use – the tablets on the blister are separated by a dotted line from each other, so you can carefully take with you as much as you need. Hexoral Tabs tastes good and rarely causes side effects.

Advantages

• chlorhexidine + benzocaine;
• pleasant taste;
• used in pediatrics from 4 years old;
• eliminates pain, relieves inflammation;
• convenient blister.

disadvantages

• allergic reactions are possible.

Ajisept

Popularity rating: 4.4

The Indian analogue Strepsil – Ajisept also contains amylmetacresol and dichlorobenzyl alcohol. This combined antiseptic is used topically to treat the throat and mouth. It has a wide range of flavors. Anzhisept effectively eliminates pain in the throat and fights against pathogenic flora.

Ajisept is produced in candies, which are 1.5 cm in diameter. They differ from Strepsils by the absence of the letter 'S' on the caramel mass. This candy dissolves in about 5 minutes. In children's practice, they are allowed to be used from 5 years old. Adults can consume a maximum of 8 tablets per day. All of them are pleasant to the taste, not bitter and resemble ordinary candies.

In the reviews, consumers note that they like the effect of Ajisept. On the second day after the absorption of such lozenges, the throat hurts much less. Swallowing is easier after 2-4 tablets. Many people also like the compactness of the foil blisters. Thanks to this, the tablets can be taken with you and they will not take up much space in your purse.

Advantages

• cheaper analogue of Strepsils;
• variety of tastes;
• well removes pain and softens the throat;
• comfortable blisters.

disadvantages

• dyes in the composition.

Suprima Lor

Popularity rating: 4.3

Another popular Indian remedy for resorption is Suprima Lor. The active ingredients in it are the same as in Ajisept (amylmetacresol and dichlorobenzyl alcohol). Everyone can choose a Suprima Lor with their favorite taste (the line is wide enough). The drug has proven itself well in the treatment of various inflammatory and infectious diseases of the throat.

Suprima Lor is a candy that differs in color depending on the taste. They are about the same size as Ajisept. The tablet is resorbed until completely dissolved. For the treatment of children, they are used from 6 years old. Adults are advised not to suck more than 8 lozenges per day. They are sweet and delicious, just like real candy.

In the reviews, patients praise Suprima Lor for the fact that the drug relieves sore throat and sore throat well. It is sold in any pharmacy and has an attractive price, and in terms of efficiency it is not inferior to more expensive analogues. However, some consumers note that such lozenges can scratch the palate and injure the tongue during the absorption process.

Advantages

• effective antiseptics in the composition;
• you can pick up lollipops for every taste;
• attractive cost;
• well eliminate sore throat.

disadvantages

• expressed no.

The popularity rating is based on the analysis of demand data from the wordstat.yandex.ru service.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.