Lemsip Max Cold & Flu Lemon - 10 Sachets
£4.75 ex. VAT · includes £0.95 (20.00% VAT)
Product Overview
Lemsip Max Cold & Flu Lemon (10 Sachets) is a maximum-strength hot drink that relieves cold and flu symptoms including fever, headache, sore throat and nasal congestion.
Description
Lemsip Max Cold & Flu Lemon – 10 Sachets is a maximum-strength cold and flu remedy designed to provide effective relief from multiple symptoms in one convenient hot drink.
Each sachet contains a powerful combination of paracetamol for pain relief and fever reduction, and phenylephrine hydrochloride, a nasal decongestant that helps relieve a blocked or stuffy nose. When mixed with hot water, it forms a soothing lemon-flavoured drink that provides comfort while helping you feel better.
Lemsip Max Cold & Flu Lemon helps relieve:
- Fever
- Headache
- Body aches and pains
- Sore throat
- Nasal and sinus congestion
Suitable for adults and young people aged 16 years and over, this product is intended for short-term use.
How to Use
Adults and young people aged 16 years and over:
- Empty the contents of 1 sachet into a mug.
- Add hot (not boiling) water.
- Stir until dissolved and drink while warm.
Dose:
- Take 1 sachet every 4–6 hours as required.
Maximum dose:
- Do not take more than 4 sachets in 24 hours.
UK pharmacy-aligned guidance:
- Leave at least 4 hours between doses.
- Do not take with any other paracetamol-containing medicines.
- If symptoms persist for more than 3 days, worsen, or are accompanied by severe symptoms, seek medical advice.
- Always read the enclosed Patient Information Leaflet before use.
Ingredients
Active Ingredients (per sachet):
- Paracetamol 1000 mg – pain relief and fever reduction
- Phenylephrine hydrochloride 12.2 mg – nasal decongestant
Other Ingredients:
- Sucrose
- Citric acid
- Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)
- Lemon flavour
- Colourings
- Sweeteners
(Exact excipients may vary; always refer to the product packaging for the most up-to-date ingredient list.)
Side Effects & Warnings
Warnings & Precautions
- Contains paracetamol. Do not exceed the stated dose.
- Do not take with other medicines containing paracetamol.
- Contains sugar; people with diabetes should take this into account.
Do NOT take this medicine if you:
- Are allergic to paracetamol, phenylephrine, or any other ingredient.
- Have severe liver or kidney disease.
- Have severe high blood pressure or heart disease.
- Are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or have taken them within the last 14 days.
- Are under 16 years of age.
Possible Side Effects
Like all medicines, Lemsip Max can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them. These may include:
- Nausea or stomach upset
- Headache or dizziness
- Palpitations or raised blood pressure (rare)
- Allergic reactions such as rash or itching (rare)
⚠️ Seek immediate medical advice if too much paracetamol is taken, even if you feel well, as serious liver damage can occur.
Storage
- Store below 25 °C in a dry place.
- Keep sachets in the original packaging.
- Keep out of sight and reach of children.
- Do not use after the expiry date shown on the pack.

