Your immune system is your body’s defence against infections and illnesses. Made up of various tissues, cells, organs and substances made by your body, the immune system is responsible for identifying pathogens (the germs that cause diseases) and destroying them...

The local anaesthetic known as benzocaine is a common ingredient in a number of sore throat treatments, including Ultra Chloraseptic’s menthol flavoured throat spray. In our throat sprays, benzocaine is used to temporarily numb the area affected by throat pain,...

The active ingredient used in all of our anaesthetic throat spray range is benzocaine. It helps to soothe the pain of a sore throat, so you can get on with your day in comfort. But what actually is benzocaine and...

Not getting a good night’s sleep can leave you feeling tired and sluggish the following day. It’s even worse if you’re already under the weather with a throat infection. Unfortunately, uncomfortable symptoms such as coughs, sore throats and painful swallowing...

Although antibiotics can be effective in fighting off certain throat infections, they’re not a perfect cure for all maladies. In fact, antibiotics are only effective in conditions caused by a bacterial infection. In many cases, it’s possible for your immune...

It’s no secret that a good night’s sleep can be highly restorative, helping you to tackle the new day with fresh enthusiasm and energy[1]. It can be a great way to settle emotional turbulence, too. People often find ‘sleeping on’...