Patient leaflet - Nelsons Sootha Cough syrup
1. What is this medicine for
Nelsons Sootha Cough Syrup is a homeopathic medicinal product used within the homeopathic tradition for the symptomatic relief of dry or chesty coughs.
2. Before giving this medicine
- Do not take this medicine if allergic to any of the ingredients
Do not give this medicine to children under 12 years old
Do not take this medicine if pregnant or breastfeeding
Important information about some of the ingredients
This medicine contains sorbitol and honey (see section 6). This should be taken into account in patients with diabetes mellitus. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this product. May be harmful to the teeth.
This medicine contains methylparahydroxybenzoate (E 218) which may cause allergic reactions.
Taking other medicines
Tell your doctor before taking this medicine if taking any other medicines including any bought without a prescription.
If you are not sure if this medicine is suitable, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
3. How to use this medicine
For oral use
Adults, the elderly and children aged 12 years and over
Directions
- Shake the bottle well before use
- One 5ml spoonful 3 times a day.
(It is recommended that the last dose be taken at night when the cough may be more troublesome).
Consult a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner if
- symptoms worsen
- difficulty breathing or a high temperature occurs
- sputum is yellow or green
- symptoms do not improve after 7 days
Do not take more medicine than the label/leaflet tell you to.
If you forget to take this medicine or give this medicine to the child, continue with the usual dose at the usual time. It does not matter if you have missed a dose.
Do not give a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
If you or a child has taken too much of this medicine, speak to a doctor or pharmacist and take this leaflet with you.
4. Possible side effects
This medicine is not expected to cause any side effects. However, consult a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner if the symptoms worsen or persist for more than 7 days or if any side effects occur.
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the yellow card scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. How to store this medicine
- Keep all medicines out of reach and sight of children.
- Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original packaging.
- Do not refrigerate.
- Do not use after expiry date shown on carton and bottle.
- Return any unused medicine to your pharmacist for safe disposal.
6. Further information
What is in this medicine
Active Ingredient
Each ml of syrup contains: Bryonia 6c
Also contains
Honey, Sorbitol, Purified water, Lemon juice, Methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218).
Each 5ml dose contains 3.73g honey.
What does the medicine look like
Nelsons Sootha Cough Syrup is a brown viscous liquid.
150ml pack size.
National rules authorisation holder & manufacturer is:
A Nelson & Co Limited, 5-9 Endeavour Way, Wimbledon, London, SW19 8UH, UK
NR 01175/0422
This leaflet is available on request in formats suitable for the blind and partially sighted, please telephone: +44 (0)20 8780 4200
This leaflet was revised: 04/2017