Patient Leaflet Updated 12-Sep-2024 | THE BOOTS COMPANY PLC
Boots Cough and Decongestant Syrup 6 Years Plus
Boots Cough & Decongestant Syrup 6 Years Plus
(Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride)
This medicine is available without prescription to treat minor conditions. However, you still need to give it carefully to get the best results from it.
This medicine contains Pseudoephedrine, a decongestant, which acts to relieve a stuffy, blocked nose and sinuses. It also contains Guaifenesin, an expectorant, which acts to loosen and relieve phlegm and mucus on the chest.
It can be used to relieve the symptoms of a chesty cough and a blocked nose and sinuses. Simple treatments should be tried first before you give this medicine. Further information on "Treating coughs and colds in children" is provided at the end of this leaflet.
This medicine can be given to children from the age of 6 years. However, some children should not be given this medicine or you should seek the advice of their pharmacist or doctor first.
If adults take this medicine: do not take in preganancy and breastfeeding.
If your child develops:
The decongestant effect of this medicine may be reduced if you give it for a long time.
This medicine may interfere with the results of some urine tests. If your child has any urine tests, tell the doctor or hospital staff that they are taking this medicine.
If your child goes into hospital for an operation tell the doctor that they are taking this medicine.
Information about some of the ingredients in this medicine: This medicine contains maltitol liquid, which may have a mild laxative effect.
Information for people with diabetes: This medicine contains 2.7 g of maltitol per 5 ml spoonful. This provides 6 kcal per 5 ml spoonful.
All of the information in this leaflet will apply to you as well.
This medicine may be harmful if you are dependent on alcohol. Each 5 ml spoonful contains 0.2 g alcohol equivalent to 4 ml of beer or 1.7 ml of wine.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Do not take this medicine.
Before you give this medicine, make sure that you tell your pharmacist about ANY other medicines you might be giving to your child at the same time, particularly the following:
If you are unsure about interactions with any other medicines, talk to your pharmacist. This includes medicines prescribed by your doctor and medicine you have bought for your child, including herbal and homeopathic remedies.
Check the seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not give the medicine.
Use the measuring spoon provided (the small end measures 2.5 ml and the big end measures 5 ml).
Children of 6 to 12 years: Take two 5 ml spoonfuls 3 or 4 times a day. Don’t give more than eight 5 ml spoonfuls in 24 hours.
Give this medicine to your child to swallow.
Do not give to children under 6 years.
Do not give more than the amount recommended above.
Do not give this medicine for more than 5 days, unless your child's doctor tells you to.
If your child's symptoms worsen at any time, talk to a pharmacist or doctor.
If your child's cough comes back, stop giving this medicine and talk to a pharmacist or doctor.
If your child's symptoms do not go away, talk to your child's doctor.
If you give too much: Talk to a doctor straight away.
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some.
Frequency not known: frequency cannot be estimated from the available data
If any side effect becomes severe, or you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: 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.
Do not store above 25°C.
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 bottle label or the end flap of the carton. After this date return any unused product to your nearest pharmacy for safe disposal.
Each 5 ml of syrup contains Guaifenesin 50 mg, Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 10 mg, which are the active ingredients.
As well as the active ingredients, the syrup also contains purified water, maltitol liquid (E965), glycerol (E422), ethanol (4.8 vol %), citric acid, sodium citrate, acesulfame potassium, potassium sorbate (E202), hyetellose, flavours (blackcurrant, levomenthol, vanilla).
The pack contains 100 ml of clear, blackcurrant flavoured syrup.
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Leaflet prepared March 2024
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Treating coughs and colds in children
It's normal for children to get 8 or more colds in a year, however gradually they build up immunity and get fewer colds. Most colds will get better within a few days and you may not need to do more than keep your child comfortable until they get over it. Antibiotics will not help to treat a cold as they are caused by viruses and not bacteria.
Follow these simple steps, which may help your child overcome their cough or cold:
1. If your child is hot or has a fever: Increase the amount of fluid your child normally drinks. Lower their temperature with a Paracetamol or Ibuprofen medicine, which is suitable for children. (Paracetamol is not suitable for children under 2 months. Ibuprofen is not suitable for children under 3 months).
Your pharmacist will be able to help you find a suitable product if in doubt.
2. For coughs: Although it may be distressing to hear your child cough, the coughing itself serves an important purpose. It helps to clear phlegm on the chest or mucus from the nose. Give your child plenty of lukewarm clear fluids to drink, which may help loosen the phlegm and relax the airways.
3. To help with breathing: Plain saline nose drops, available from your pharmacy, can help babies with blocked noses who are having trouble feeding.
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