cherry throat relief lozenges
benzocaine · Lozenge · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each lozenge) Benzocaine 15 mg Menthol 3.6 mg
Purpose
Purpose Oral anesthetic Oral anesthetic
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms: occasional minor irritation, pain, sore mouth and sore throat
Warnings
Warnings Methemoglobinemia warning: Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a serious condition that must be treated promptly because it reduces the amount of oxygen carried in blood. This can occur even if you have used this product before. Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if you or a child in your care develops: pale, gray, or blue colored skin (cyanosis) headache rapid heart rate shortness if breath dizziness or lightheadedness fatigue or lack of energy Sore throat warning: if sore throat is severe, persist for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days, or if irritation, pain, or redness persist or worsens, see your dentist or doctor promptly.
Do not use
Do not use for teething in children under 2 years of age
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask doctor if sore throat is severe or irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant of breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children.
Directions
Directions adults and children 5 years and older - allow 1 lozenge to dissolve slowly in mouth. May be repeated every 2 hours as necessary or as directed by a doctor. children under 5 years - do not use
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients: Corn starch, FD&C red no. 40, glucose syrup, glycerin, medium chain triglycerides, natural and artificial flavors, propylene glycol, soybean oil, sucrose and water.
Questions?
Questions? Call 1-800-245-2898. Monday through Friday, 9AM to 4PM EST
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Zee Medical (revised Dec 23, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Benzocaine in 2 products
- Menthol in 2 products
cherry throat relief lozenges NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42961-401 | Menthol 3.6 mg/1; Benzocaine 15 mg/1 Lozenge | Cintas Corporation | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 35418-010 | Benzocaine 15 mg/1; Menthol 3.6 mg/1 Lozenge | Zee Medical | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is cherry throat relief lozenges used for?
Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms: occasional minor irritation, pain, sore mouth and sore throat
Who makes cherry throat relief lozenges?
cherry throat relief lozenges is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Cintas Corporation, Zee Medical.