What happens if you take too much Beechams?
Do not take more than the recommended dose. Do not take this medicine with any other products that contain paracetamol, as this can easily result in exceeding the maximum dose of paracetamol. An overdose of paracetamol is dangerous and capable of causing serious damage to the liver and kidneys.
Do Beechams make you drowsy?
Beechams All In One Liquid – is a menthol flavoured syrup in a non-drowsy formula to help you get on with your day. It contains three active ingredients: Paracetamol to relieve your headache, shivers, aches and pains.
Can you drink alcohol with Beechams Flu Plus?
Do not drink alcohol while using Beechams All in One. Beechams All in One contains 19% v/v ethanol (alcohol) i.e. up to 3 g per dose, equivalent to 76 ml beer, 32 ml wine per dose. This could be harmful if you suffer from alcoholism.
How many days can you take Beechams for?
Maximum daily dose: Eight tablets (2000 mg paracetamol, 800 mg guaifenesin, 40 mg phenylephrine HCl) in any 24 hour period. Not to be given to children under 12 years except on medical advice. The normal adult dose may be taken. Do not take continuously for more than 5 days without medical advice.
How many Beechams Flu Plus can I take?
How to take Beechams flu plus caplets. Adults and adolescents aged 16 years and over should take two caplets up to four times a day as needed. Leave at least four hours between doses. Do not take more than eight caplets in 24 hours.
Can you take paracetamol and Beechams?
Do not take anything else containing paracetamol while taking this medicine. Do not take with any other flu, cold or decongestant product. Take special care with Beechams Cold & Flu Contains paracetamol. Taking too much paracetamol can cause serious harm to your liver.
Can I take paracetamol with Beechams flu Plus?
Don’t take Beechams flu plus caplets with any other medicines that contain paracetamol. It’s fine to take Beechams flu plus caplets 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.
How much paracetamol is in Beechams flu Plus?
Active ingredients Each caplet contains Paracetamol 500 mg, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 5 mg and Caffeine 25 mg.
How often can you take Beechams cold and flu tablets?
Adults (including elderly) and children aged 16 years and over: 2 capsules every 4 to 6 hours as required, but no more than 12 capsules in any 24 hours. Do not exceed the stated dose.
Can you take cold and flu medicine for Covid?
Many over-the-counter (OTC) medications can help relieve symptoms of the common cold, the flu, and COVID-19. But it’s important to note that these medications are not treatments — meaning they do not work to kill the viruses that cause these infections.
Can I take paracetamol with Beechams Flu Plus?
What does Beechams Flu Plus contain?
Each caplet contains Paracetamol 500 mg, Caffeine 25 mg and Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 5 mg. For full list of excipients, see section 6.1. The product is recommended for the relief of sinus pain and the symptoms of colds and influenza, including fatigue and drowsiness.
Can I take Beechams cold and flu with paracetamol?
Do not take Beechams cold and flu capsules with any other products that contain paracetamol, as this can easily result in exceeding the maximum dose of paracetamol. An overdose of paracetamol is dangerous and capable of causing serious damage to the liver and kidneys.
Can you feel a cold coming on?
If someone feels a cold coming on, they should try to get plenty of sleep and rest. This will give the immune system the best chance of fighting off the infection. A 2015 study assessed the association between sleep and susceptibility to the common cold using 164 healthy participants.
Can you take Beechams if you have high blood pressure?
If you’re taking medicines for high blood pressure you shouldn’t take Beechams cold & flu, because the decongestant may make your blood pressure medicine less effective.