Lemsip Cough for Mucus Cough & Catarrh 100mg/2.5mg/5ml Oral Solution 180ml

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If you take Lemsip max flu lemon in the hour before or the six hours after taking colestyramine, the paracetamol is likely to be less effective. This is because colestyramine reduces the absorption of paracetamol from the gut. The capsules should be swallowed whole with a drink. They can be taken either with or without food.If you want any more information about the possible side effects of Lemsip max cold & flu capsules, read the leaflet provided with the medicine or talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care (PSA) provides information on qualified or registered practitioners.

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects known to be associated with the ingredients of this medicine. Just because a side effect is stated here doesn't mean that all people using Lemsip max cold & flu capsules will experience that or any side effect.Lemsip has 88% oral bioavailability and reaches its highest plasma concentration 90 minutes after ingestion. If you take paracetamol in the hour before or the six hours after taking colestyramine, the paracetamol is likely to be less effective. This is because colestyramine reduces the absorption of paracetamol from the gut. You should avoid taking Lemsip max capsules one hour before or six hours after taking colestyramine. Consult a GP if your catarrh persists, isn’t improving with care, or you’re experiencing a lot of discomfort. An overdose of paracetamol is dangerous and capable of causing serious damage to the liver and kidneys. Get immediate medical advice if you or someone you know takes too much paracetamol, even if you feel well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage. Taking Lemsip alongside other medicine containing paracetamol can cause an overdose, potentially resulting in serious liver and kidney damage. [1]

Sexton DJ, et al. The common cold in adults: Treatment and prevention. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Feb. 8, 2023. Our resident pharmacist Rita Ghelani offers her expert advice on how Lemsip helps with the symptoms of cold and flu, how to take it and the potential side-effects. What are Lemsip max cold & flu capsules used for? Each 20ml dose of oral solution contains Paracetamol 1000mg, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 12.18mg, Guaifenesin 200mg and Cetylpyridinium Chloride 3mg, Lemsip is often found combined with other drugs in more than 600 over the counter (OTC) allergy medications, cold medications, sleep medications, pain relievers, and other products. Confusion about dosing of this drug may be caused by the availability of different formulas, strengths, and dosage instructions for children of different ages. Due to the possibility of fatal overdose and liver failure associated with the incorrect use of acetaminophen, it is important to follow current and available national and manufacturer dosing guidelines while this drug is taken or prescribed.This is the case both for medicines prescribed by a doctor and for medicines you buy from a pharmacy or shop. Which medicines are safe?