Benylin Chesty Cough Original is a medicine that is used to relieve the congestion and coughing related symptoms that occur with the common cold. Each bottle of the liquid contains two main ingredients. Benylin Non Drowsy Chesty Cough Syrup can be used to avoid this drowsiness as it doesn’t contain Diphenhydramine, allowing continued use of machinery. Some of the Benylin Chesty Cough Original Ingredients can cause problems. If any of the Benylin Chesty Cough Original ingredients listed below interact with your current medication or have caused an allergic reaction in the past, speak to your doctor before using this medication. Benylin Chesty Coughs Non Drowsy 300ml is the largest bottle currently on offer via the My Pharmacy shop. Benylin Chesty Coughs Non Drowsy 300ml bottle is twice the size of the Benylin Chesty Coughs Non Drowsy 150ml bottle, and is generally used for prolonged treatment. Do not use with any other product containing diphenhydramine, including topical formulations used on large areas of skin.

Adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over should take two 5ml spoonfuls (10ml) four times a day. If you experience any side-effects not included above or are not sure about anything, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.Caution should be exercised when using the product in the presence of severe renal or severe hepatic impairment, [See Pharmacokinetics]. If you think you may be allergic to any of the ingredients contained in this medicine, please seek medical advice before taking. Diphenhydramine has been in widespread use for many years without any apparent ill consequence. Diphenhydramine is known to cross the placenta and, therefore, should only be used during pregnancy if considered essential by a doctor.

The electronic medicines compendium, or EMC for short, contains up to date, easily accessible information about medicines licensed in the UK. The Benylin Chesty Cough Original EMC provides the summary of product characteristics and the patient information leaflet. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Some of the ingredients can cause problems The first is called Guaifenesin, which is an expectorant that helps loosen mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough it up. The second ingredient included in Benylin Chesty Cough Non-Drowsy is called levomenthol which allows for easier breathing by relieving congestion in the airways. The additive effect of concomitantly administered products containing sorbitol (or fructose) and dietary intake of sorbitol (or fructose) should be taken into account. The content of sorbitol in medicinal products for oral use may affect the bioavailability of other medicinal products for oral use administered concomitantly. Each 4 ml of syrup contains 2832 mg of sorbitol (E 420). It's best to avoid using Benylin chesty coughs non-drowsy if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, as its safety has not been fully established (particularly in the first trimester of pregnancy). There are many other cough remedies that are known to be safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding that you can try - ask your pharmacist for advice. Children's cough syrups or honey and lemon syrups are a good option, or simply taking frequent sips of water.Key details – Size: 60 capsules; Dosage: 2 capsules with breakfast or lunch; Suitable for: Adults and children over 16 You shouldn't take Benylin chesty coughs original if you are currently taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor antidepressant, eg phenelzine, tranylcypromine or isocarboxazid, or if you have taken one of these medicines in the last 14 days. If you are taking, or have taken in the last two weeks, drugs for depression known as Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs). Helping to loosen phlegm and ease a chesty or productive cough in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over.