Diflam Spray: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Quick overview

Diflam Spray contains benzydamine hydrochloride, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), formulated as a mouth and throat spray. It is used to relieve pain and swelling from sore throats, mouth ulcers, inflamed gums, and discomfort after dental procedures. The spray works by reducing inflammatory substances and providing a local numbing effect. It should not be used continuously for more than 7 days unless advised by a doctor.

What is Diflam Spray

Diflam Spray is a mouth and throat spray containing the active ingredient benzydamine hydrochloride. It belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, and is used to treat painful and swollen areas in the mouth and throat.

Diflam Spray uses

• Sore throats and inflamed gums
• Mouth ulcers
• Sore tongue and gums
• Discomfort after dental procedures or dental surgery
• Pharyngitis, including after tonsil removal or use of a naso-gastric tube
• Discomfort associated with dentures or dental work

Benefits of Diflam Spray

• Provides fast, targeted relief from pain and swelling at the site of application
• Numbs the area, giving quick relief from discomfort
• Helps you eat and speak more comfortably when you have mouth ulcers or a sore throat

How Diflam Spray works

Benzydamine hydrochloride reduces the production of certain natural substances in the body that cause inflammation and pain. It also has a local numbing effect, giving quick relief right where it's sprayed.

Diflam Spray dosage

Hold the bottle upright before spraying. Lift the spray tube through 90 degrees until it is horizontal. The first time you use the spray, you need to prime it by pointing the spray tube away from your face and pressing the plunger until a fine spray appears.

Aim the spray tube at the sore part of your mouth or throat and press the plunger; one press releases one puff. After use, wipe the end of the spray tube with a tissue to stop it from getting blocked, and push the spray tube back down to stop puffs being accidentally released.

Avoid getting the spray in your eyes. If it does get in your eyes, wash immediately with cold water. Dosing amounts differ for adults, elderly, adolescents, and children based on age and body weight. Uninterrupted treatment should not exceed 7 days unless under medical supervision.

Available forms and strengths

• Spray

Side effects of Diflam Spray

Common

• Temporary numbness or stinging at the site of application
• Itching
• Burning sensation in the mouth or throat
• Dry mouth, thirst, tingling, or a warm feeling in the mouth

Serious

• Difficulty breathing
• Chest pain or tightness
• Severe itching of the skin
• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat
• Skin rashes
• Wheezing

Warnings and precautions

• If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine so they can help weigh the risks and benefits for you. If you are breastfeeding, check with a doctor before using this medicine.
• This medicine is for mouth and throat use only; do not swallow large amounts. Avoid contact with the eyes. Do not use if you are allergic to benzydamine or any ingredient in the spray.
• Use with caution if you have asthma or have previously experienced asthma or allergic reactions with aspirin/NSAIDs. If mouth irritation or worsening symptoms occur, stop using it and seek medical advice.
• Do not use continuously for longer than the recommended period without medical advice. Use the product only according to the age-specific instructions; younger children may require weight-based dosing.
• If a sore throat is severe, persistent, or associated with difficulty breathing or swallowing, seek medical attention.
• Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, if you have a history of asthma, or if you are allergic to aspirin or other NSAIDs.
• This medicine may interact badly with other medicines, so check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take other medications regularly.
• Avoid getting the spray in your eyes.
• Do not use this medicine continuously for more than 7 days unless a doctor tells you to.

Storage

• Store in an upright position below 30°C
• Do not store in the refrigerator or freezer
• Keep out of reach and sight of children

When to see a doctor

Stop using the spray and get medical help right away if you have signs of an allergic reaction, such as trouble breathing, chest pain or tightness, severe itching, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat. If your symptoms do not improve or get worse, contact your doctor.

Alternatives

• Difflam Solution
• Difflam Forte Throat Spray
• Difflam Herbal Mouth Spray
• Difflam-C Solution
• Difflam Anti-inflammatory & Anti-Bacterial Lozenges