Benylin Mucus Cough Night 150ml

Ingredients:

Active Ingredients: Each 5ml contains: Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 14mg, Guaifenesin 100mg, Levomenthol 1.1mg. Also contains: Liquid Glucose, Sucrose, Ethanol, Colouring (E124). (See leaflet). This product contains 5 vol % ethanol. Sodium content: 16.42mg/5ml

Indication:

Benylin Mucus Cough Night thins and loosens chest mucus so you can get rid of it when you cough, relieving that uncomfortable, weighty feeling on the chest to help you to sleep better. How it works Active ingredient guaifenesin works to thin and loosen chest mucus, making it easier for you to cough it up and lighten the weighty feeling on your chest, whilst levomenthol helps to relieve nasal congestion to makes it easier to breathe. Diphenhydramine aids a restful sleep, helping your body to recover.

Dose:

Adults and Children aged 12 years and over: Two 5 ml spoonfuls at bedtime followed by two 5 ml spoonfuls every 6 hours, as required. Do not take more than 4 doses (1 dose = two 5 ml spoonfuls) in 24 hours. Do not use in children under 12 years.

Caution:

Do not use if: •You have ever had a bad reaction to any of the ingredients •You are taking, or have taken in the last two weeks, drugs for depression known as Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs). •Talk to your doctor or pharmacist: if you suffer from liver or kidney problems, if you have prostate problems (difficulty with passing water or needing to pass water often), if you have narrow-angle glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), if you have had a cough for a few weeks that may be caused by asthma, or a cough which brings up a lot of mucus (phlegm) •This medicine may cause drowsiness. If affected, do not drive or operate machinery. •Avoid alcoholic drink. •Please consult your pharmacist or doctor before using this medicine if you are currently pregnant, likely to get pregnant or breastfeeding. •Please consult your pharmacist or doctor if you are currently taking any other medicines as this may cause an interaction.

Chapter:

Coughs

Disclaimer:

This information is provided for your reference only and it is not to be relied upon on its own as instructions for use of this medication. It is not a replacement for and should only be used in conjunction with full consultation with a licensed healthcare professional, the information provided by your pharmacist and the manufacturer of the medication. It may not contain all the available information you require and cannot substitute professional medical care, nor does it take into account all individual circumstances. Other than liability for death or personal injury arising out of our negligence, we shall not be held responsible or liable for any claims or damages arising from the use or misuse of the information contained herein, its contents or omissions, or otherwise.