Boots Alternatives Chesty Cough Relief
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription to treat minor conditions. However, you still need to take it carefully to get the best results from it.
- Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again
- Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice
What this medicine is for
This medicine contains a combination of herbal ingredients which have traditionally been used as expectorants to loosen phlegm on the chest.
It can be used to relieve the symptoms of chesty coughs.
Before you take this medicine
This medicine can be taken by adults and children aged 5 years and over. However, some people should not take this medicine or should seek the advice of their pharmacist or doctor first.
Do not take:
If you have an intolerance to some sugars, unless your doctor tells you to (this medicine contains sucrose)
If you have epilepsy or alcoholism, or have liver problems (this medicine contains alcohol which may be harmful to you or if giving this medicine to a child)
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless your doctor tells you to.
Talk to your pharmacist or doctor:
- If you are taking any other medicines, including medicines prescribed by your doctor and any medicine you have bought for yourself, including herbal and homeopathic remedies
Other important information
Information about some of the ingredients in this medicine:
This medicine contains 12.77% v/v alcohol. Each 5 ml of medicine contains 0.52 g of alcohol (ethanol) equivalent to 12.8 ml of beer or 5.3 ml of wine.
Each 5 ml of medicine contains 2.1 g of sucrose. This should be taken into account if you have diabetes.
How to take this medicine
Check the cap seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not take the medicine.
Shake the bottle thoroughly before use. Use the measuring cup provided.
Mix the amount stated in a little water and drink the mixture.
Adults and children of 12 years and over: Take 5 ml measured in the provided cup three or four times a day.
Children aged 5 to 11 years: Take 2.5 ml measured in the provided cup three or four times a day.
Do not give to children under 5 years.
Do not take more than the amount recommended.
If symptoms worsen, or do not go away, talk to your doctor.
If you take too much:
Talk to a doctor straight away. Take your medicine and this leaflet with you.
Possible side effects
This medicine is not expected to cause side effects.
If you notice any side effect, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.
How to store this medicine
Do not store above 25°C.
Keep the container tightly closed and store in the original container.
Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.
Use by the date on the base of the carton and on the label edge.
What is in this medicine
Each 5 ml of oral solution contains Catechu Tincture 0.2 ml, Liquorice Liquid Extract 0.2 ml, Senega Infusion Concentrated 0.2 ml, Tolu Syrup 0.5 ml, Tussilago Alcoholic Extract (1:1) 0.3 ml, which are the active ingredients.
As well as the active ingredients, the medicine also contains chloroform spirit, caramel (E150), sucrose, purified water. Also contains ethanol (alcohol).
The pack contains 150 ml of dark brown liquid.
Who makes this medicine
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Leaflet prepared March 2008
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Additional Information
The Catechu plant is found in India and Burma, and is used for the extract found in its leaves and young shoots.
The fragrant balsam derived from the bark of the Tolu tree is to be found in South America, but is also cultivated in the West Indies.
Useful Health Tips
Smoky atmospheres will make your symptoms worse, so if you smoke try your best to cut down. Sudden changes in temperature or a dry atmosphere can make your cough worse, so humidify the room by placing a bowl of water in front of a radiator. Drink plenty of fluids to keep your throat lubricated. If you are coughing up green phlegm or you cough up any blood, then it is important that you seek medical advice immediately.
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