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VICKS COUGH is a brand name for Levomenthol. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: For symptomatic relief of dry, irritating cough associated with the common cold.
Verbatim from this product's MHRA label. Tap a section to expand.
Adults and children over 12 years: 10ml every 3 - 4 hours Maximum of 6 doses per day Children 6-12 years: 5ml every 3 - 4 hours Maximum of 6 doses per day Children under 6 years: Not recommended
None Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. uk/yellowcard.
If symptoms persist for more than 7 days, consult your doctor. Each 10 ml adult dose contains 9g of sugar (sucrose and glucose). This should be taken into consideration by patients with diabetes mellitus. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, consult your doctor before taking this medicinal product.
This medicine contains 2 g propylene glycol in each 10 ml dose, and 1 g propylene glycol in each 5 ml dose. If you suffer from a liver or kidney disease, do not take this medicine unless recommended by your doctor. Your doctor may carry out extra checks while you are taking this medicine.
If you are pregnant or breast feeding, do not take this medicine unless recommended by your doctor. Your doctor may carry out extra checks while you are taking this medicine. Diabetics should consult their doctor before using this product.
Not to be given to children under 6 years of age unless directed by a doctor. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before use. Keep out of the reach of children.
3 Contra-indications Patients hypersensitive to menthol and propylene glycol.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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