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What does prospan contain?
Active ingredient: 100 ml solution contains 0.7 g of dried ivy leaf extract (5-7.5:1), 0.134 g of potassium sorbate (preservative). Other ingredients: anhydrous citric acid, xanthan gum, aroma, sorbitol solution 70%. 2.5 ml of solution contains 0.963 g of the sugar substitute sorbitol = 0.08 BU. Action.
What is the composition of dry Cough Syrup?
Benylin Dry Coughs (Original) contains diphenhydramine hydrochloride 14 mg, L-menthol 2 mg and dextromethorphan hydrobromide 6.5 mg in each 5 ml. Benylin Dry Coughs (Original) is indicated as an antitussive, for the relief of persistent, dry, irritating cough. Adults and children aged 12 years and over: Oral.
What is prospan syrup used for?
Prospan by Helixia is a naturally-sourced, over-the-counter cough syrup that is clinically proven to relieve coughs, loosen mucus & phlegm and alleviate the symptoms of chronic bronchitis.
Is prospan a drug?
This product is a traditional herbal medicinal product containing ivy leaf extract. common cold based on traditional use only. Prospan® Cough Syrup (see section 6). you are already taking a medicine to help stop you coughing, such as codeine or dextromethorphan.
Is prospan safe for kids?
Prospan is well tolerated by children. See packaging for appropriate children’s dosing. Prospan should not be given to infants under 2 years of age without medical advice.
Is prospan good for cough?
Prospan Cough Syrup is an effective treatment for chesty (productive) coughs. Prospan contains active ingredient Hedera Helix (Ivy Leaf Extract) which helps liquify and clear mucus from the airways and relax and calm convulsive coughing. Troublesome and painful coughing is calmed but not blocked.
Is prospan syrup good for dry cough?
Because the product has a dual action of relieving coughs and loosening mucus and phlegm, it is suitable both for dry cough and to loosen and expel the mucus and phlegm associated with a wet cough. How long can I keep using Prospan by Helixia after opening the bottle?
How long can I take prospan?
However, even in the case of mild inflammation of the respiratory tract, treatment should last for one week at least. In the interests of ensuring that patient’s recovery is permanent and complete, it is recommended to take Prospan another 2-3 days after symptoms have disappeared.
What do you need to know about prospan syrup?
Click to view Prospan Syrup detailed prescribing information Pregnancy & lactation. Diarrhoea. View Prospan Syrup storage conditions for details to ensure optimal shelf-life. View Prospan Syrup description for details of the chemical structure and excipients (inactive components).
How much sorbitol is in prospan cough syrup?
FURTHER INFORMATION containing ivy leaf extract. helix L.) (5 – 7.5 : 1). Extraction solvent: ethanol 30 % w/w. Purified water. Each 5 ml of syrup contains 1926 mg sorbitol. Prospan® Cough Syrup is a light brown, slightly cloudy syrup.
When is the expiry date for prospan cough syrup?
Do not use Prospan® Cough Syrup after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and bottle after. EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. After the first opening of the bottle, the product must be used within 3 months.
What makes prospan special-ivy extract EA 575 unique?
Prospan ® cough preparations stand out from others as they are produced using an individual and unique manufacturing process. This exclusive process results in the unique Prospan ® Special-Ivy-Extract EA 575 ®, whose individual characteristics can be compared to a fingerprint.