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Beechams Powders

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Wednesday, 01 January 2025

Beechams Powders offers effective relief from cold and flu symptoms, providing fast-acting treatment for fever, aches, and pains. Renowned for its reinvigorating properties, this UK's leading brand stands as a trusted choice for families. Enhance your health and wellbeing with Beechams Powders, a proven solution for combating winter ailments, easing headaches, migraines, and reducing high temperature. Formulated with aspirin and caffeine, it effectively targets symptoms, helping you get back to your best.

How to use
  • Beechams Powders should be taken as follows:
  • Ensure your hands are clean before handling the powder.
  • Open the sachet and pour the contents into a glass.
  • Add a small amount of water to the glass, enough to dissolve the powder.
  • Stir the mixture until the powder has fully dissolved.
  • Drink the entire contents of the glass immediately.
  • Note: Adults and children aged 16 years and over should take one sachet every three to four hours as needed, but no more than six sachets (doses) in a 24 hours period. Not suitable for children under 16 years. Always read the leaflet that comes with the medication for full directions and heed the restrictions and warnings. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult your doctor.
Main Ingredients
  • Aspirin, Caffeine, Powdered sucrose, Maize starch, Calcium carbonate, Potassium sorbate, Saccharin sodium, Sodium lauryl sulfate
Side Effects & Cautions
Side Effects:
  • Allergic Reactions: Stop using Beechams if you develop symptoms of an allergic reaction, like skin rashes, itching, or difficulty breathing.
  • Stomach Upsets: This medication can cause stomach upsets. To minimize effects, take it with food or milk.
  • Avoid Alcohol Consumption: Drinking alcohol while using Beechams may increase the risk of liver damage.
  • Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor before using this medication if you're pregnant, plan to conceive, or breastfeeding.
  • Kidney or Liver Problems: If you have a history of liver or kidney disease, consult your doctor before use.
  • Overdose: Overdosing can cause severe health issues. Only take the advised dose and seek immediate medical help if you suspect an overdose.
  • Other Medications: Beechams can interact with other drugs. Inform your doctor about any other medication you're taking.
  • Avoid Prolonged Use: Prolonged or excessive use can lead to dependency or worsen health conditions.
  • Always read the label and leaflet that comes with the medication before use and consult your pharmacist or doctor if you have any concerns. This is not a complete list of precautions and side effects; reactions may vary among individuals.
Cautions:
  • Not suitable for children under 16 years old.
  • Avoid use if allergic to any of its ingredients.
  • May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • Do not exceed the recommended dose.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication.
  • Consult your doctor before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Do not take it with other paracetamol-containing products.
  • Consult a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen.
  • Do not use with other salicylate drugs or NSAIDs without medical advice.
  • May impact driving and operating machinery; proceed with caution.
Patient Information Leaflet