Over the counter cough drops will not affect the bacterial infection in somebody who has strep throat but, they may prevent it from being passed to others if the cough drops calm the throat enough that you don't cough on other people.
This will be used to just flavour the drops as probably the drops without the flavouring might not taste so pleasant.
You can find the ingredients on the package of cough drops. Different brands have different ingredients.
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Well you should take cough drops every 4-6 hours.
It is likely a symbol for the brand name. For example, Halls cough drops have an "H" on them.
Can I take cough drops with menthol in them and Flagyl - there is menthol in the cough drops. Menthol is perhaps alcohol? Flagyl and alcohol make you vomit badly.
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Most cough drops have as many as 10-15 calories, per cough drop. However, the sugar-free variations contain 5 or less calories, per cough drop.
Some good cough drops for kids include those made with natural ingredients like honey or elderberry. It's important to look for products specifically formulated for children, as they will be safer and more appropriate for their age group. Always consult with a pediatrician before giving any cough drops to a child.
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