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Buy Numark Chesty Cough Expectorant
Numark Chesty Cough Expectorant is an oral solution that treats the symptoms of a chesty cough.
It contains powerful ingredients that are designed to help fight off the symptoms of viral infections like colds and the flu.
How Numark Chesty Cough Expectorant works
Numark Chesty Cough Expectorant contains the active ingredients diphenhydramine hydrochloride and ammonium chloride.
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride is a drowsy antihistamine that works by relieving symptoms of allergies and providing you with a better night’s sleep.
Ammonium chloride is an expectorant. Expectorants lubricate your airway. They also loosen up the mucus, making it easier to cough up.
Directions
Always take Numark Chesty Cough Expectorant exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you.
Children over 12 years old and adults: 5-10ml every 2-3 hours.
Children age 6 to 12 years old: 5ml every 3-4 hours.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Side effects
Like all medicines, Numark Chesty Cough Expectorant may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects include:
- Drowsiness
- Headaches
- Poor coordination
- Urinary retention
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
- Thickened chest mucus
- An 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
Numark Chesty Cough Expectorant may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.
Talk to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this medicine if:
- You are suffering from a chronic or persistent cough
- You have asthma
- You are suffering from an acute asthma attack
- Your cough is accompanied by excessive secretions
- You have an enlarged prostate
- You have glaucoma
- You have urinary retention
- You have liver disease
- You have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars
This medication contains alcohol. It is not suitable for those who suffer from alcoholism.
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 product.
Make sure to talk to your healthcare provider if you are taking the following medication:
- Parkinson’s medication e.g. procyclidine, orphenadrine or trihexyphenidyl
- Antipsychotics e.g. chlorpromazine, clozapine or thioridazine
- Antispasmodics e.g. atropine or propantheline
- Tricyclic antidepressants e.g. amitriptyline or clomipramine
Numark Chesty Cough Expectorant can increase your risk of drowsiness when taken with the following medication:
- Antipsychotics e.g. chlorpromazine
- Barbiturates e.g. phenobarbital
- Anxiety medication e.g. diazepam or temazepam
- Sleeping tablets e.g. zopiclone
- Strong painkillers e.g. morphine or codeine
Age restrictions
This product is not suitable for children under 6 years old.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Do not take this product if you are pregnant or 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.
Alcohol
Do not drink alcohol when you are taking this product.
Driving and operating machinery
This product can cause drowsiness. If you are affected, do not drive or operate machinery 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 taking this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
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