Manganese: quick answers
- Used for
- Relieves hoarseness triggered by cold and damp conditions * Uses: See symptoms on front panel.
- Usual adult dose
- Adults and children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under the tongue 3 times a day until symptoms are relieved or as directed by a doctor.
- Prescription
- Sold without prescription in the United States; rules differ by country.
From the official label (Jul 2025). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.
How to use Manganese
Ce que dit la notice officielle. Si un médecin vous l'a prescrit, suivez l'ordonnance. La notice de votre boîte prime si elle est différente.
Pour qui
Relieves hoarseness triggered by cold and damp conditions * Uses: See symptoms on front panel.
Comment le prendre et à quelle fréquence
Adults and children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under the tongue 3 times a day until symptoms are relieved or as directed by a doctor.
Effets secondaires possibles
Symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
En cas d'oubli
Prenez-le dès que vous y pensez, sauf s'il est presque l'heure de la dose suivante. Dans ce cas, sautez la dose oubliée. Ne prenez jamais deux doses à la fois pour compenser. Vérifiez votre notice, certains médicaments font exception.
What Manganese looks like
Compare with your pack. Packs differ between countries and makers; a pack that looks different is not always fake, so scan it to check the registration.
Marques dans le monde
Products with Manganese as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.
Registered products
United States (FDA)
Nigeria (NAFDAC)
NAFDACAframin Drops A4-8780NAFDACN-Xamine Syrup A11-100054NAFDACOrheptal Capsules 04-1405NAFDACFerobin Blood Tonic 04-9722NAFDACOlal Multivitamin Tablet A4-2071NAFDACJawaron Tonic Minerals, Multivitamins 04-2037NAFDACSolmate Multivitamin with Aloe Vera Tablets A4-1107NAFDACJust One Tablets## (wrong smpc, updates needed) A4-1108NAFDACTalibex B-Complex Injection## (check composition) C4-1286NAFDACKrishat Multivitamin and Minerals with Aloe Vera Capsules A11-100804NAFDACMezvite Multivitamin Syrup## (strength format, active ingredients) A11-100466NAFDACKrishat Mulivitamin and Minerals with Ginseng Capsules## (check strength format) A11-100180Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.
Safety alerts and recalls
A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.
Check your pack of Manganese
Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.
Questions about Manganese
What is Manganese used for?
Relieves hoarseness triggered by cold and damp conditions * Uses: See symptoms on front panel. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)
How do I take Manganese?
Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Adults and children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under the tongue 3 times a day until symptoms are relieved or as directed by a doctor.…
Do I need a prescription for Manganese?
In many countries Manganese is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.
What brands contain Manganese?
Manganese is sold under names such as Manganum Metallicum. Brand names differ between countries.
What are the side effects of Manganese?
The official label lists: symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen. Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.
Can children take Manganese?
The label gives a separate dose by age: children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.
Can I take Manganese when pregnant or breastfeeding?
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Ask your doctor or midwife first.
How can I check that my Manganese 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
- U.S. FDA drug label (label of 24 Jul 2025)
- U.S. National Library of Medicine, RxNorm
- NAFDAC Greenbook (Nigeria)
- U.S. FDA National Drug Code directory
- WHO Medical Product Alerts
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.