Buy Beechams Flu Plus - 16 Caplets
Beechams Flu Plus - 16 Caplets provide you with effective relief from the symptoms of the cold and flu.
How Beechams Flu Plus works
Beechams Flu Plus contains 3 active ingredients. The first ingredient is paracetamol, a painkiller that reduces your temperature when you have a fever.
The second ingredient is phenylephrine hydrochloride which helps to unblock your nose and sinuses, allowing you to breathe more easily.
The final ingredient in Beechams Flu Plus is caffeine. Caffeine works as a mild stimulant and helps with fatigue and tiredness.
Directions
Always take Beechams Flu Plus exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you.
2 caplets can be taken every 4-6 hours as required. Do not take more than 8 caplets in a 24-hour period.
Do not take more frequently than every 4 hours.
Side effects
Like all medicines, Beechams Flu Plus may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects include:
- Raised blood pressure
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Difficulty sleeping
- Nervousness
- Anxiety
- Diarrhoea
- Sickness
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
Beechams Flu Plus may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take these caplets if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if:
- You have kidney or liver problems
- You have an overactive thyroid
- You have diabetes
- You have high blood pressure
- You have heart disease
- You have pheochromocytoma
Talk to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this medicine if:
- You have a blood vessel disease such as Raynaud's phenomenon
- You have an enlarged prostate
- You have heart or circulation issues
- You have a severe infection as this might increase your risk of metabolic acidosis
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.
You should talk to your healthcare provider if you are taking the following medication:
- Metoclopramide or domperidone for nausea
- Ergotamine or methysergide for migraines
- Cholestyramine to lower blood cholesterol
- Drugs to lower blood pressure
- Appetite suppressants or stimulants
- Drugs to treat depression such as tricyclic antidepressants (e.g. amitriptyline)
- Drugs to treat heart disease (e.g. digoxin)
- Anticoagulants (e.g. warfarin)
Age restrictions
These caplets are not suitable for anyone under the age of 16.
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 Chemist4U pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine.
Food and drink
Avoid high-caffeine drinks such as tea and coffee while taking these caplets.
Driving and operating machinery
This medication can cause drowsiness. If you are affected, avoid driving until you feel safe enough to do so.
Storage information
Store below 25°C 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 Chemist4U 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 Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or Chemist4U 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 using this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
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