Boots Dry Cough Relief Oral Solution Glycerol Liquid Sugar Instructions

Dry Cough Relief Oral Solution Glycerol Liquid Sugar

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Dry Cough Relief Oral Solution Glycerol, Liquid SugarNon-drowsy Relieves dry coughs Soothes sore throat 150 mlRead all of this carton for full instructions.What this medicine is forThis medicine contains soothing agents. It can be used to relieve irritating dry, tickly, coughs and sore throats.Before you take this medicineX Do not take:If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in this medicine You can take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Information about some of the ingredients: This medicine contains 4.2 g of total sugars per 5 ml spoonful. This should be taken into account if you have diabetes.This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per 5 ml, that is to say essentially ‘sodium-free’. This medicine contains 10 mg of sodium benzoate in each 5 ml which is equivalent to 2 mg /1 ml. Sodium benzoate may increase jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) in newborn babies (up to 4 weeks old). This medicine contains glucose. This may be harmful to the teeth. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.

How to take this medicineCheck the seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not take the medicine.

Age

How much

How often

Adults and children over 5 years

Two 5 ml spoonfuls

Three or four times a day

Children 1 to 5 years

One 5 ml spoonful

Three or four times a day

This medicine should be swallowed.

Do not give to children under 1 year. Do not take more than the amount recommended above. If symptoms do not go away talk to your doctor. If you take too much: Talk to a pharmacist or doctor.Possible side effectsMost people will not have problems. ! If you get any of these serious side effects, stop taking the medicine. See a doctor atonce: Difficulty in breathing, swelling of the face, neck, tongue or throat (severe allergic reactions)Reporting of side effectsIf you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed on this carton. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme Website: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.How to store this medicineDo not store above 25°C Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children. Use by the date on the end flap of the carton or on the label edge.Active ingredientsEach 5 ml of oral solution contains Glycerol 0.75 ml, Liquid Sugar 1.93 ml. Also contains: liquid glucose, purified water, citric acid, sodium benzoate (E211), flavours (treacle, liquorice, aniseed). PL 00014/0550 Text prepared 02/2022 Manufactured by BCM Ltd Nottingham NG2 3AA for the MAH: The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AAOther formatsTo request a copy of this carton in Braille, large print or audio please call, free of charge:0800 198 5000 (UK only)Please be ready to give the following information: Product name: Boots Dry Cough Relief Oral Solution Reference number: 00014/0550 This is a service provided by the Royal National Institute of Blind People. If you need more advice ask your pharmacist.WBA-2075 R8

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