Benylin Chesty Cough Original - 150ml

Benylin Chesty Cough Original – 150 ml is a trusted expectorant cough medicine formulated to relieve chesty (productive) coughs by helping to loosen and clear excess mucus from the chest.

The syrup contains guaifenesin, an established expectorant that works by thinning mucus, making coughs more productive and helping to ease chest congestion. By clearing mucus, Benylin Chesty Cough Original helps reduce coughing discomfort and supports easier breathing during colds and minor chest infections.

This product is suitable for adults and children aged 12 years and over and is intended for short-term use when chesty cough symptoms are present.

Adults and children aged 12 years and over:

• Take 10 ml, up to four times daily.

UK pharmacy-aligned guidance:

• Use the measuring cup provided for accurate dosing.
• Space doses evenly throughout the day.
• Do not exceed the stated dose.

Important advice:

• For short-term use only.
• If the cough lasts longer than 7 days, worsens, or is accompanied by fever, chest pain, breathlessness or coloured phlegm, seek medical advice.
• Always read the enclosed Patient Information Leaflet before use.

Active Ingredient (per 10 ml):

• Guaifenesin – an expectorant that helps loosen and clear mucus from the chest

Other Ingredients:

• Glycerol
• Sucrose
• Sodium benzoate
• Citric acid
• Flavourings
• Purified water

(Ingredient composition may vary slightly; always refer to the product packaging for the most up-to-date information.)

Warnings & Precautions

• For oral use only.
• Do not take more than the recommended dose.
• Contains sucrose (sugar); people with diabetes should take this into account.
• Do not take with other cough or cold medicines containing guaifenesin, unless advised by a healthcare professional.

Do NOT take this medicine if you:

• Are allergic to guaifenesin or any of the other ingredients.
• Have a persistent or chronic cough (e.g. due to asthma or smoking) without medical advice.

Possible Side Effects

Like all medicines, Benylin Chesty Cough Original can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them. These may include:

• Nausea or stomach upset
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Rare allergic reactions such as rash or itching

Stop taking the medicine and seek medical advice if you experience severe, persistent or unusual symptoms.

Storage

• Store below 25 °C.
• Keep the bottle tightly closed.
• Keep out of sight and reach of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date shown on the bottle.