FRIARS BALSAM BP
Active substance(s): PREPARED STORAX / SUMATRA BENZOIN GROUND
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1. What the medicine is for
(storax, benzoin)
Friars’ Balsam contains benzoin which acts as a
decongestant for the relief of cold symptoms.
It also has antiseptic properties.
Important information about Friars’ Balsam
• This medicine can be inhaled to relieve the
symptoms of colds.
• It can also be applied to the skin as a mild
antiseptic dressing.
• It can be used by adults and children over
3 months.
2. Before you use this
medicine
Do not use the medicine if you or
your child have….
• An allergy to any of the ingredients listed in
section 6.
• Or for a child under 3 months as an inhalant.
FRONT FACE TOP
Do not….
• Take by mouth. See section 3.
• Use on children under 3 months as an
inhalant.
Pregnant or breastfeeding….
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before
using this medicine if you are pregnant, might be
pregnant or are breastfeeding. Using Friars’
Balsam as directed is not likely to cause any ill
effects.
• Highly flammable. Keep away from naked
flames.
Now read the rest of the leaflet before you
use this medicine. It includes other
information which might be especially
important for you.
• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it
again.
• Ask your pharmacist if you need any more
information or advice.
• If any of the side effects gets serious, or if
you notice any side effects not listed in this
leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
3. How to use this medicine
For colds by inhaling the vapour.
Adults, the elderly and children
over 3 months
• Add one 5ml spoonful to 568ml (1 pint) of hot
(not boiling) water and inhale the steamy vapour.
• Repeat after 4 hours if required.
See section 6 for advice on containers to use.
As an antiseptic apply it to the skin.
Adults, the elderly and children
• Apply undiluted to the affected area twice a
day.
FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
If you swallow some
If you accidentally swallow some see a doctor
straight away. Take the pack with you to show
which medicine you have swallowed.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines Friars’ Balsam can have side
effects, although these don’t affect everyone.
Possible side effects are:
• Allergic skin reactions, such as itching, rashes or
eczema may occur.
• Frequent application to the skin may cause
dryness and irritation.
If you notice these or any other side effects, stop
use and tell your doctor or pharmacist. They will
tell you what to do.
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.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more
information on the safety of this medicine.
Data Matrix: 23708404 VERIFIED
Friars’ Balsam
Children under 3 months
Do not use for children under 3 months as an
inhalant unless your doctor tells you to.
Continued....
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210 x 148mm flat (27 x 148mm folded)
IG Code
Dimensions
Dilute the balsam as described in section 3 (How
Friarsusing
Balsam
Product
to use this medicine)
a small bowl of the
Title
type normally found in most kitchens. The use
Colours Used
Process Black
of a stainless steel or glass bowl is recommended
Component
Leaflet
whenever possible.
Plastic containers are not
Fonts Used
Helvetica
Keyline (Does not print)
suitable and may become irreversibly stained
Pack Size
50ml
by the product. Residues on steel or glass can
normally
using neat detergent and
IG Code be removed
23708404
warm water, or methylated spirit.
210 x 148mm flat (27 x 148mm folded)
Dimensions
Marketing authorisation holder and
Proof
No.
Date
20.06.2014
manufacturer
1
L.C.M. Ltd., Huddersfield, HD7 5QH, UK.
This leaflet was revised in June 2014
23708404
PCP Header Box
Operator
Approved by
Date
gill.kennedy
Artwork No 523001
Suf fix
CRN
11251
Reason for
Change
Update to reporting of side effects
statement
A
Issued by
Date
MHRA/IMB
submission Yes
required
20.06.2014
50ml
Pack Size
Which containers are best to use for
diluting
Friars’
MHRA
Header
BoxBalsam
Date
Leaflet
Component
Friars’ Balsam is a dark brown liquid which smells
of alcohol.
It is supplied in 50ml bottles.
1
Friars Balsam
Product
Title
What the medicine looks like
Proof No.
The active ingredients are: prepared storax
10% w/v, benzoin sumatra 10% w/v.
The other ingredients are: aloes, ethanol and
purified water.
Keyline (Does not print)
What is in this medicine
Process Black
Fonts Used
Colours Used
6. Further information
MHRA Header Box
REVERSE FACE TOP
• Keep it out of the sight and reach of children.
• Do not store above 25°C.
• Do not use after the expiry date shown on the
carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of
that month.
• Medicine should not be disposed of via
wastewater or household waste. Ask your
pharmacist how to dispose of any unused
medicine. These measures will help to protect
the environment.
Helvetica
5. Storing this medicine
(storax, benzoin)
Friars’ Balsam contains benzoin which acts as a
decongestant for the relief of cold symptoms.
It also has antiseptic properties.
Important information about Friars’ Balsam
• This medicine can be inhaled to relieve the
symptoms of colds.
• It can also be applied to the skin as a mild
antiseptic dressing.
• It can be used by adults and children over
3 months.
2. Before you use this
medicine
Do not use the medicine if you or
your child have….
• An allergy to any of the ingredients listed in
section 6.
• Or for a child under 3 months as an inhalant.
FRONT FACE TOP
Do not….
• Take by mouth. See section 3.
• Use on children under 3 months as an
inhalant.
Pregnant or breastfeeding….
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before
using this medicine if you are pregnant, might be
pregnant or are breastfeeding. Using Friars’
Balsam as directed is not likely to cause any ill
effects.
• Highly flammable. Keep away from naked
flames.
Now read the rest of the leaflet before you
use this medicine. It includes other
information which might be especially
important for you.
• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it
again.
• Ask your pharmacist if you need any more
information or advice.
• If any of the side effects gets serious, or if
you notice any side effects not listed in this
leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
3. How to use this medicine
For colds by inhaling the vapour.
Adults, the elderly and children
over 3 months
• Add one 5ml spoonful to 568ml (1 pint) of hot
(not boiling) water and inhale the steamy vapour.
• Repeat after 4 hours if required.
See section 6 for advice on containers to use.
As an antiseptic apply it to the skin.
Adults, the elderly and children
• Apply undiluted to the affected area twice a
day.
FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
If you swallow some
If you accidentally swallow some see a doctor
straight away. Take the pack with you to show
which medicine you have swallowed.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines Friars’ Balsam can have side
effects, although these don’t affect everyone.
Possible side effects are:
• Allergic skin reactions, such as itching, rashes or
eczema may occur.
• Frequent application to the skin may cause
dryness and irritation.
If you notice these or any other side effects, stop
use and tell your doctor or pharmacist. They will
tell you what to do.
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.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more
information on the safety of this medicine.
Data Matrix: 23708404 VERIFIED
Friars’ Balsam
Children under 3 months
Do not use for children under 3 months as an
inhalant unless your doctor tells you to.
Continued....
Turn over
23708404
23708404
210 x 148mm flat (27 x 148mm folded)
IG Code
Dimensions
Dilute the balsam as described in section 3 (How
Friarsusing
Balsam
Product
to use this medicine)
a small bowl of the
Title
type normally found in most kitchens. The use
Colours Used
Process Black
of a stainless steel or glass bowl is recommended
Component
Leaflet
whenever possible.
Plastic containers are not
Fonts Used
Helvetica
Keyline (Does not print)
suitable and may become irreversibly stained
Pack Size
50ml
by the product. Residues on steel or glass can
normally
using neat detergent and
IG Code be removed
23708404
warm water, or methylated spirit.
210 x 148mm flat (27 x 148mm folded)
Dimensions
Marketing authorisation holder and
Proof
No.
Date
20.06.2014
manufacturer
1
L.C.M. Ltd., Huddersfield, HD7 5QH, UK.
This leaflet was revised in June 2014
23708404
PCP Header Box
Operator
Approved by
Date
gill.kennedy
Artwork No 523001
Suf fix
CRN
11251
Reason for
Change
Update to reporting of side effects
statement
A
Issued by
Date
MHRA/IMB
submission Yes
required
20.06.2014
50ml
Pack Size
Which containers are best to use for
diluting
Friars’
MHRA
Header
BoxBalsam
Date
Leaflet
Component
Friars’ Balsam is a dark brown liquid which smells
of alcohol.
It is supplied in 50ml bottles.
1
Friars Balsam
Product
Title
What the medicine looks like
Proof No.
The active ingredients are: prepared storax
10% w/v, benzoin sumatra 10% w/v.
The other ingredients are: aloes, ethanol and
purified water.
Keyline (Does not print)
What is in this medicine
Process Black
Fonts Used
Colours Used
6. Further information
MHRA Header Box
REVERSE FACE TOP
• Keep it out of the sight and reach of children.
• Do not store above 25°C.
• Do not use after the expiry date shown on the
carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of
that month.
• Medicine should not be disposed of via
wastewater or household waste. Ask your
pharmacist how to dispose of any unused
medicine. These measures will help to protect
the environment.
Helvetica
5. Storing this medicine
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
