Benylin Mucus Cough Tablets - 16 Tablets
£3.90 ex. VAT · includes £0.78 (20.00% VAT)
Product Overview
Benylin Mucus Cough Tablets 16 help loosen and clear mucus from the chest, providing effective relief from chesty coughs caused by colds.
Description
Benylin Mucus Cough Tablets – 16 Tablets are an expectorant cough medicine used to provide effective relief from chesty (productive) coughs, where mucus is present.
The tablets contain guaifenesin, a well-established expectorant that works by loosening and thinning mucus in the airways, making it easier to cough up and clear from the chest. This helps reduce congestion, ease breathing and relieve discomfort associated with chesty coughs caused by colds.
Benylin Mucus Cough Tablets are suitable for adults and children aged 12 years and over and are intended for short-term use.
How to Use
Adults and children aged 12 years and over:
- Take 2 tablets, up to four times daily.
Maximum dose:
- Do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours.
UK pharmacy-aligned guidance:
- Swallow tablets with water.
- Space doses evenly throughout the day.
- Do not exceed the stated dose.
- If symptoms persist for more than 7 days, worsen, or are accompanied by fever, chest pain or breathlessness, seek medical advice.
- Always read the enclosed Patient Information Leaflet before use.
Ingredients
Active Ingredient (per tablet):
- Guaifenesin – an expectorant that helps loosen and clear mucus from the chest
Other Ingredients:
- Microcrystalline cellulose
- Magnesium stearate
- Croscarmellose sodium
- Film-coating agents
(Exact excipient composition may vary; always refer to the product packaging for the most up-to-date ingredient list.)
Side Effects & Warnings
Warnings & Precautions
- For oral use only.
- Do not exceed the recommended dose.
- Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine to help clear mucus.
Do NOT take this medicine if you:
- Are allergic to guaifenesin or any of the other ingredients.
- Have a persistent or chronic cough (such as one caused by asthma or smoking) without medical advice.
- Are under 12 years of age.
Possible Side Effects
Like all medicines, Benylin Mucus Cough Tablets can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them. These may include:
- Nausea or stomach upset
- Dizziness or headache
- Rare allergic reactions such as rash or itching
If you experience severe or persistent side effects, stop use and seek medical advice.
Storage
- Store below 25 °C.
- Keep tablets in the original packaging.
- Keep out of sight and reach of children.
- Do not use after the expiry date shown on the pack.

