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Pectin

temporarily relieves: occasional minor irritation and pain associated with sore mouth sore throat.

Checked against the official label · Updated

Sold without prescription in some countries Oral Safety alerts on record

Pectin: quick answers

Used for
Temporarily relieves: occasional minor irritation and pain associated with sore mouth sore throat.
Children
Children 6 years and older: dissolve 2 drops (one at a time) slowly in the mouth.
Prescription
Sold without prescription in the United States; rules differ by country.

From the official label (Dec 2024). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.

How to use Pectin

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

Temporarily relieves: occasional minor irritation and pain associated with sore mouth sore throat

How to take it and how often
  • Adults and children 6 years and older: dissolve 2 drops (one at a time) slowly in the mouth
  • Do not bite or chew
  • Repeat every 2 hours as needed or as directed by a doctor
  • Children under 6 years: ask a doctor
Talk to a doctor first if

sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, or is accompanied by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting. sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days.

Warnings

Do not use ​in children under 6 years of age unless directed by a doctor.

How to store it

Protect from heat and moisture

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2024-12-10.

Brands around the world

Products with Pectin as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Mgc Health Throat Soothing Drops Creamy StrawberryPECTIN 7 mg/1 · Lozenge · Medical Group Care LLC
NDC 83173-120Label
Menthol Cough Drops Creamy Strawberry FlavorMENTHOL 2.5 mg/1, PECTIN 7 mg/1 · Lozenge · 7-ELEVEN
NDC 10202-012Label
PectinPECTIN 1000 mg/kg · Lozenge · Ricola Ag
NDC 54305-790Label
Breezers Cool Berry Cool BerryPECTIN 7 mg/1 · Lozenge · Mondelez Global LLC
NDC 12546-151Label
Cough Drops Dollar General Strawberry Flavor 25ctPECTIN 7 mg/1 · Lozenge · Dollar General Corporation
NDC 75712-435Label

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

QC Quality Choice, Pectin Oral Demulcent, Throat Soothing Drops, Creamy Strawberry Flavor, 30-count bag, Distributed By: CDMA, Inc., Novi, MI 48375, Made in China, NDC: 83698-625-3U.S. FDA Class II
20 Mar 2026 · Xiamen Kang Zhongyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd. · OngoingThis recall is being initiated following FDA's recommendation based on certain observations noted during an August 15, 2025, inspection of the manufacturing facility that may bear on product quality.

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

Check your pack of Pectin

Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.

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3 free checks left today Official sources: U.S. FDA · EMA (EU) · Health Canada · WHO alerts

Questions about Pectin

What is Pectin used for?

temporarily relieves: occasional minor irritation and pain associated with sore mouth sore throat (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Pectin?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: adults and children 6 years and older: dissolve 2 drops (one at a time) slowly in the mouth. Do not bite or chew. Repeat every 2 hours as needed or as directed by a doctor children under 6 years: ask a doctor…

How long can I take Pectin for?

Sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, or is accompanied by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting.

Do I need a prescription for Pectin?

In many countries Pectin is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Pectin?

Pectin is sold under names such as Luden's Drops, Organix Complete, Halls Breezers, Luden's Dual Relief, Throat Balm Caramel Pectin. Brand names differ between countries.

Can children take Pectin?

The label gives a separate dose by age: children 6 years. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

How should I store Pectin?

protect from heat and moisture

How can I check that my Pectin is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

Sources

This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.