BENYLIN® Dry Cough Night Syrup
What it does:
Through its active ingredients, BENYLIN® Dry Coughs Night Syrup helps to suppress the coughing mechanism, reducing the urge to cough.
How it works:
BENYLIN® Dry Coughs Night Syrup contains dextromethorphan which helps to suppress the cough mechanism, and levomenthol, a decongestant which works to help relieve stuffiness in the nose to help make breathing easier. It also contains diphenhydramine which works to help relieve a runny nose.
What is a dry cough?
A dry cough is also known as a non-productive cough because it does not produce any phlegm. Dry coughs are caused by an inflammation of the upper airways caused by dust, foreign bodies or an infection.
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If your local pharmacy doesn't stock BENYLIN® Dry Coughs Night Syrup, please ask them to order via its unique PIP code:
150ml: 327-6680
Can cause addiction
Where to buy
Product Details
Only available at the pharmacy counter
For oral use only.
Do not use more than the stated dose shown.
Dosage: Adults and children aged 12 years and over: Take two 5 ml spoonfuls every 6 hours, four times a day
Not suitable for children under 12 years
Do not take more than 4 doses in 24 hours. If symptoms persist, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Each 5ml contains Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 14mg, Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 6.5mg and Levomenthol 2mg. Contains Liquid glucose, Sucrose Ethanol (96%), Glycerol, Sodium citrate, Saccharin sodium, Citric acid monohydrate, Sodium benzoate (E211), Caramel T12, Raspberry flavour 503.850/3T (benzyl alcohol, propylene glycol, ethanol), Carbomer, Ponceau 4R (E124), Purified water
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Please read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use. DO NOT EXCEED THE STATED DOSE. MAY CAUSE DROWSINESS. IF AFFECTED, DO NOT OPERATE MACHINERY. THIS MEDICINE CAN MAKE YOU FEEL SLEEPY. DO NOT DRIVE WHILE TAKING THIS MEDICINE UNTIL YOU KNOW HOW IT MAKES YOU FEEL. AVOID ALCOHOLIC DRINK. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE OPIOID-LIKE EFFECTS WHEN USED AT HIGH DOSES. As with all similar medicines, if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist if symptoms persist. Do not store above 30° C. Store in the original container. Do not use if bottle seal is broken when purchased. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.