Beechams Cold & Flu Blackcurrant – 5 Sachets

Buy Beechams Cold & Flu Blackcurrant

Beechams Cold & Flu Blackcurrant is a treatment designed to relieve cold and flu symptoms.

The sachets can help with symptoms such as a blocked nose, catarrh, painful sinuses, headaches, chills and fevers.

How Beechams Cold & Flu Blackcurrant works

Beechams Cold & Flu Blackcurrant contains 2 active ingredients. The first ingredient, paracetamol, is a painkiller that reduces the temperature when you have a fever.

The second ingredient, phenylephrine hydrochloride, is a decongestant that unblocks the nose and sinuses, helping you breathe more easily.

Directions

Always take Beechams Cold & Flu Blackcurrant exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you. 

Empty the contents of the sachet into a mug. Fill the mug halfway with hot water and stir well.

Take 1 sachet every 4 hours as needed. Do not take more than 6 sachets in 24 hours. 

Do not take Beechams Cold & Flu Blackcurrant for more than 7 days without talking to your healthcare provider.

Side effects

Like all medicines, Beechams Cold & Flu Blackcurrant may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects include: 

• Minor skin rashes 
• Breathing problems
• Bruising or bleeding 
• A fever 
• Nausea 
• Irregular heartbeat
• Difficulty passing water

If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

Serious side effects

Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness. 

Warnings

Beechams Cold & Flu Blackcurrant may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if:

• You have kidney or liver problems 
• You have an overactive thyroid
• You have diabetes 
• You have high blood pressure
• You have heart or circulation disease
• You have an enlarged prostate 
• You have phaeochromocytoma or glaucoma 

Talk to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this medicine if: 

• You have a blood vessel disease 
• You are on a sodium-controlled diet
• You have a severe infection 

Using/taking other medicines

If you are taking or have recently taken any medication, including medication obtained without a prescription, talk to your GP or pharmacist before taking this product.

You must tell your healthcare provider if you are taking the following medication:

• Metoclopramide or domperidone (for nausea and vomiting)
• Ergotamine or methysergide (for migraines)
• Colestyramine (to lower blood cholesterol)
• Medication to lower blood pressure
• Appetite suppressants or stimulants 
• Tricyclic antidepressants e.g. amitriptyline 
• Medications for heart disease e.g. digoxin 
• Anticoagulants e.g. warfarin
  
  

Age restrictions 

This product is not suitable for anyone under 16 years old.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Do not take this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine. 

Driving and operating machinery 

Although rare, this product may cause dizziness. If affected, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel safe enough to do so.

Storage information

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Important information

This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk

If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.