Gargle Away Throat Care is spicy by design to numb throat discomfort instantly! The heat is coming from the pure and potent Mediterranean Oregano and Cayenne Pepper which helps provide a natural anesthetic effect soothing throat pain and loosening tough mucus on demand. If you can handle some heat, consider diluting the flavor by using 1/2 a packet. Although some say it works equally well, for best results 1 full packet is advisable. Remember, you don't have to drink it, just gargle and spit it out.