Ricola Honey-Herb: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Menthol topical (oral mucous membrane)

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available

What is Ricola Honey-Herb?

Menthol is either manmade or made from the extracts of mint oil. Menthol provides a cooling sensation when applied to the skin or other tissues (such as the tongue, gums, or inside the cheeks).

Menthol topical oral mucous membrane (for use inside the mouth) is used to treat minor sore throat pain, or mouth irritation caused by a canker sore.

Menthol topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to menthol.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:

  • cough with mucus;
  • cough caused by smoking, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis;
  • a sore throat with fever, headache, swelling, skin rash, or nausea and vomiting; or
  • if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

A menthol lozenge may contain glucose (sugar) or phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you have diabetes or phenylketonuria (PKU).

Do not give this medicine to a baby or young child without a doctor's advice.

How should I use Ricola Honey-Herb

Use Ricola Honey-Herb (Mucous Membrane) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not swallow the menthol lozenge whole. Allow it to dissolve in your mouth without chewing.

Use a new lozenge every 2 hours or as needed.

Call your doctor if your sore throat is severe or continues for longer than 2 days, especially if you also have a fever, headache, skin rash, swelling, or nausea and vomiting. Stop using and call your doctor if you have a cough that does not improve after 7 days of treatment.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What should I do if I missed a dose of Ricola Honey-Herb (Mucous Membrane)?

Since menthol topical is when needed, you are not likely to miss a dose.

Ricola Honey-Herb side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects are more likely, and you may have none at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Ricola Honey-Herb?

Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

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