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Pharmacy Guide
Patient leaflets and SmPCs, drug interaction checker, official dosages and NHS pharmacy opening hours — all in one place.
Boots Mouth Ulcer Pastilles
⚠ This medicine appears to have been discontinued
The electronic medicines compendium (emc) no longer publishes a Summary of Product Characteristics for this product, which usually means it is no longer marketed in the UK. The patient leaflet below is kept for reference, but the product may not be available.
If you were prescribed this medicine, other products containing Compound benzoin tincture, Benzalkonium chloride solution may still be available. Do not stop your treatment — ask your pharmacist or GP what to use instead.
Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some. If you have any unwanted side effects you should seek advice from your doctor, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. ! If you get any of these serious side effects, stop taking the pastilles. See a doctor at once:
- Allergic reaction (e.g. skin rash, red or itchy skin, swelling or irritation of the inside of the mouth) If any side effect becomes severe, or you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.
Reporting of side effects If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apply App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
How to store it
this medicine Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original package in order to protect from moisture. Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard. Use by the date on the end flap of the carton. After this date, return any unused product to your nearest pharmacy for safe disposal.
What is in this medicine Each pastille contains Benzalkonium Chloride Solution 1.11 mg and Compound Compound Benzoin Tincture 8.06 mg, which are the active ingredients. As well as the active ingredients, the pastilles also contain sorbitol liquid non crystallising, acacia, peppermint oil, simethicone antifoam (water, polydimethyl siloxane and silica mix, polyoxyethylene 20 sorbitan monostearate, glyceryl monostearate, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, methyl-4hydroxybenzoate, propyl-4-hydroxybenzoate, hydrogen chloride), vegetable oil, carnauba wax, water. The pack contains 24 light brown, flat pastilles.
Who makes this medicine Manufactured for The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AA by the Marketing Authorisation holder Ernest Jackson & Co Ltd High Street Crediton Devon EX17 3AP Leaflet prepared June 2020 If you would like any further information about this medicine, please contact The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AA.
Other formats To request a copy of this leaflet in Braille, large print or audio please call, free of charge: 0800 198 5000 (UK only) Please be ready to give the following information: Product name: Boots Mouth Ulcer Pastilles Reference number: PL 00094/5016R This is a service provided by the Royal National Institute of Blind People. Artwork reference; WBAG430282
Frequently asked questions about Boots Mouth Ulcer Pastilles
What is the active substance in Boots Mouth Ulcer Pastilles?
The active substance in Boots Mouth Ulcer Pastilles is compound benzoin tincture, benzalkonium chloride solution.
Are there equivalent medicines to Boots Mouth Ulcer Pastilles?
Medicines with the same active substance, strength and form include: Iglu Sugar Free Pastilles. They are interchangeable only if your prescriber or pharmacist says so.
Where does this information come from?
This leaflet reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for Boots Mouth Ulcer Pastilles, as published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). The version printed inside your medicine’s packaging is the one that applies to you.
Can I get Boots Mouth Ulcer Pastilles without a prescription?
Whether a medicine is available over the counter or on prescription only depends on its licence. Check the leaflet, or ask your pharmacist — they can tell you straight away.
About this leaflet
The text above reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for this medicine, restructured for easier reading.
- Source: electronic medicines compendium (emc), Datapharm
- Active substance: compound benzoin tincture, benzalkonium chloride solution
- Official document: view the original leaflet on emc →
💬 Ask about this leaflet
Ask anything about Boots Mouth Ulcer Pastilles. The assistant answers only from this leaflet — if the leaflet does not cover it, it will say so. It does not give medical advice.
Answers come from the patient leaflet published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). They are not medical advice. Ask a pharmacist or your GP if you are unsure. For urgent help call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.