Benylin Mucus Cough Night Syrup

How Mucus Cough Relief Night Syrup works

Benylin Mucus Cough Relief Night Syrup contains the active ingredients diphenhydramine, guaifenesin and levomenthol.

Diphenhydramine is a drowsy antihistamine. It works by reducing coughing, clearing congestion and helping you sleep.

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It loosens phlegm, making it easy to cough up.

The final ingredient, levomenthol, helps to make breathing easier by relieving congestion.

Directions

Always take Benylin Mucus Cough Relief Night Syrup exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / pharmacist has told you.

Take 2 x 5ml spoonfuls up to 4 times a day.

Side effects

Like all medicines, Benylin Mucus Cough Relief Night Syrup may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Headaches
• Weakness
• Muscle spasms
• Blurred vision
• Thickened mucus
• Upset stomach

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.

Warnings

Benylin Mucus Cough Relief Night Syrup may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.

Talk to your GP or pharmacist before taking this product if:

• You have liver or kidney problems
• You have prostate problems
• You have had a cough for a few weeks that might be caused by asthma
• You have asthma
• You have emphysema
• You have bronchitis
• You have a recurring cough with a rash, fever and persistent headache

Using/taking other medicines

If you are taking or have recently taken any medication, including medication obtained without a prescription, talk to your GP or pharmacist before taking this medicine.

Do not take Benylin Mucus Cough Night Relief Syrup if you have taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) in the last two weeks.

Talk to your healthcare provider if you are taking the following medication:

• Other medications containing anticholinergic drugs e.g. antihistamines, antidepressants and atropine
• Sleeping tablets, including barbiturates
• Minor tranquillisers to relax muscles or treat anxiety
• Opioid analgesics e.g. codeine, tramadol and morphine
• Medication used to treat epilepsy
• Antiemetics used to treat nausea and vomiting

Age restrictions

This product is not suitable for children under 12 years old.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine. 

Driving and operating machinery

This medication can cause you to feel drowsy. If affected, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel safe enough to do so.

Storage information

Store 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

If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before taking this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.