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Benadryl Cough Medicine for Dry Coughs TM
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Active ingredients: dextromethorphan + diphenhydramine, diphenhydramine, dextromethorphan
Brand name
(ARTG)
: BENADRYL COUGH MEDICINE FOR DRY COUGHS oral liquid bottle (reformulation)What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Relieves symptoms of dry cough and cold.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Oral Liquid, solution
- Oral
- Clear dark red viscous liquid
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 100mL pack
- 15mL pack
- 200mL pack
- 500mL pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient diphenhydramine
This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
For the active ingredient dextromethorphan
This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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