Benylin Mucus Cough Night 150ml

Description

This product is limited to 1 per order.

Description

Benylin Mucus Cough Night is a medicine which is used to help provide night time relief of coughing and related congestive symptoms and aid restful sleep. The liquid contains diphenhydramine which is an antihistamine that helps relieve coughing, dry secretions in the nose and chest, and helps you sleep, guaifenesin (an expectorant) to help loosen mucus (phlegm) from the lungs and make it easier to cough up, and levomenthol which helps you breathe more easily by relieving congestion.

The medicine is for use in adults and children aged 12 years and over.

What causes a cough?

A cough can be a symptom of a number of conditions, this ranges from a cold or flu to a chest infection. It is important to visit a doctor if you have concerns about a cough. You should also follow the NHS covid-19 guidelines and regulations if you have a new, persistent cough.

Directions

Children under 12 years

Do not use in children under 12 years.

Adults and children over 12 years

Take two 5 ml spoonfuls at bedtime followed by two 5 ml spoonfuls every 6 hours, as required.

OR

Take two 5 ml spoonfuls four times a day.

Do not take more than 4 doses (1 dose = two 5 ml spoonfuls) in 24 hours.

If symptoms persist, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Warnings

Do not use this medicine:

• If you have ever had a bad reaction to any of the ingredients.
• If you are taking, or have taken in the last two weeks, drugs for depression known as Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs).
• For a child under 12 years of age.

If any of these apply to you, get advice from a doctor or pharmacist without using Benylin Mucus Cough Night.

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).
• If you are taking alcohol.
• If you are taking any other medicines containing; anticholinergic drugs e.g.antihistamines (drugs used to treat allergies); antidepressants (drugs to treat mood disorders); atropine (used to treat some eye conditions and occasionally bowel conditions), minor tranquillisers (drugs used to relax muscles or decrease anxiety); barbiturates (a kind of sleeping tablet); codeine (sometimes used as a painkiller).

If any of these bullet points apply to you now or in the past, talk to a doctor or pharmacist.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

This medicine may cause drowsiness. If affected, do not drive or operate machinery.

Avoid alcoholic drink.

If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product. Contains 1 g sucrose and 3.5 g glucose per 5 ml. This should be taken into account in patients with diabetes mellitus.

This medicinal product contains 5 vol % ethanol (alcohol), i.e. up to 200 mg per 5 ml, equivalent to 5 ml beer, 2 ml wine per 5 ml. This can be harmful for those suffering from alcoholism. The ethanol content should be taken into account in pregnant or breast-feeding women, children and high-risk groups such as patients with liver disease or epilepsy.

Ponceau 4R (E124) may cause allergic reactions.

This medicinal product contains 16.42 mg sodium per 5 ml. This should be taken into account by patients on a controlled sodium diet.

Benylin Mucus Cough Night can have side-effects, like all medicines, although these don’t affect everyone and are usually mild.

If you experience any of the following, stop using the medicine and seek immediate help:

• Swelling of the face, lips and/or tongue.
• Allergic reactions including skin rashes (which may be severe and include blistering or peeling of the skin) and itching.
• Fits or numbness (paraesthesia).

If you experience any of the following, stop using the medicine and talk to your doctor:

• An increased awareness of your heartbeat (palpitations).
• Shakiness (tremor).
• Difficulty passing water.

Other effects which may occur include:

• Drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision.
• Dry mouth, nose and throat.
• Upset stomach, nausea or vomiting.

If you experience any side-effects not included in this leaflet or are not sure about anything, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not store this product above 30ºC.

Do not keep in the fridge or freeze.

Keep the product out of the reach and sight of children. Do not leave your child unattended when using this medicine.

Ingredients

The active ingredients in 5 ml of Benylin Mucus Cough Night are: 14 mg Diphenhydramine hydrochloride, 100 mg Guaifenesin and 1.1 mg Levomenthol.

Other ingredients are: Liquid glucose, sucrose, ethanol, glycerol, sodium citrate, saccharin sodium, citric acid monohydrate, sodium benzoate (E211), caramel (E150), raspberry essence, natural sweetness enhancer, carbomer, Ponceau 4R (E124) and water.

Reporting side effects

For more information on potential side effects, refer to the patient information leaflet. If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

Serious side effects

Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness. For more information on potential serious side effects, please refer to the patient information leaflet.

Storage information

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Important information

This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.

Helpful Advice on Medication Restrictions & Addiction

If you are concerned about addiction to ‘over the counter’ medication, we urge you to visit the below links for professional help and advice:

NHS Help & Advice on Drug Addiction

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