Benylin Childs Cough & Sore Throat Syrup - 125ML

This medicine relieves irritating, dry coughs and sore throats.
What the medicine looks like: Benylin Children's Dry Cough & Sore Throat Syrup is a clear, purple liquid available in 125 ml bottles.

For oral use only. Do not give more medicine than the carton (and/or label) tells you to.

Do not overfill the spoon. There is a double-ended spoon in the pack.

Check the cap seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not take this medicine.

Do not give to children under 1 year old.

Children 1 year and over and Adults:

Age Capsule per dose Maximum capsule per day
Adults and children aged 14 years and older 2-3 capsules 9 Capsules
Children aged 6 to 14 years 1 Capsule 3 Capsules
Give the dose 3 or 4 times within 24 hours, if needed

If your child does not feel better or starts to feel worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist

You can take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment. Retain carton for full instructions.

Hazards and Cautions
Do not give your child this medicine:

If s/he is under 1 year old.

If s/he is allergic to any of the ingredients.

If any of these bullet points apply, get advice from a doctor or pharmacist without using this medicine.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist:

If your child has an intolerance to some sugars.

If this applies to your child now or in the past, talk to a doctor or pharmacist.

Some of the ingredients can cause problems

If anyone has taken too much

If anyone has taken too much of this product, contact a doctor or your nearest Accident & Emergency department (Casualty), taking this pack with you.

If you forget to give the medicine

If you forget a dose, give the next dose when needed.

Do not give a double dose.

Possible side-effects

This medicine is unlikely to cause side-effects unless your child is allergic to the ingredients. If your child experiences any of the following, stop giving the medicine and seek immediate medical help: See a doctor at once:

Unexplained wheezing or difficulty in breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat (severe allergic reactions).

Precautions

This is a medicine; Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.
Seek advice before using if you are breast feeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies.

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