Lemsip Max Cold & Flu Lemon Hot Drink, 10 Sachets, Contains Paracetamol, For Fever, Headaches, Body Aches, Blocked Nose, Sore Throat Relief

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This product should not be used by patients taking other sympathomimetics (such as decongestants, appetite suppressants and amphetamine-like psychostimulants). Take one sachet every 4 to 6 hours, if you need to. Don't take more than 4 sachets (4 doses) in any 24 hours.

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Swapping from branded to own-label will save you money, but it's also worth bearing in mind that over-the-counter decongestants containing phenylephrine have pretty weak evidence behind them.Max strength cold and flu medicines commonly contain the same dose of caffeine as the standard version (25mg), and more of the other two ingredients:500mg of paracetamol, and 6.1mg of phenylephrine.

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A wealth of other cold and flu remedies are available to buy without a prescription. Many of these also contain paracetamol and phenylephrine in their ingredients. Paracetamol and phenylephrine are also available separately. This medicinal product contains 193 mg sodium per dose. To be taken into consideration by patients on a controlled sodium diet. Look out for the active ingredients on the front of the box to see if there's a similar version that will work for you and costs less. Hearst UK is the trading name of the National Magazine Company Ltd, 30 Panton Street, Leicester Square, London, SW1Y 4AJ. Registered in England. All Rights Reserved. It's fine to take Beechams cold & flu sachets with plain ibuprofen or aspirin (assuming these are appropriate for you). However, don't take them with co-codamol, co-dydramol or Tramacet because these contain paracetamol.

Bear in mind that there's no 'cure' for the common cold, so it's more about managing symptoms to help you feel better. Adults aged 16 years and over should take one sachet every four hours as needed. Do not take more than six sachets in 24 hours.

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Special offers don't always add up to better value, as you may still be able to get the product cheaper elsewhere.

Some people - including over 65s, those with certain chronic health conditions, and pregnant women - are entitled to the flu vaccination for free on the NHS. This can be done either via your GP or at a pharmacy.