Lemsip CoughDry Cough & Sore Throat Oral Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more

Glycerol is a simple polyol compound. It is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is sweet-tasting and non-toxic. Glycerol is used in medical, pharmaceutical and personal care preparations, mainly as a means of improving smoothness, providing lubrication, and as humectants.

Trade Name	Lemsip CoughDry Cough & Sore Throat Oral
Generic	glycerol + citric acid monohydrate + lemon oil terpeneless + purified honey
Type
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer	Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd
Available Country	United Kingdom
Last Updated:	January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am

Uses

Citric Acid Monohydrate is indicated for the management of dry cough.

Glycerol helps lubricating in sexual intercourse specially for post menopausal women to reduce irritation, for lubrication during vaginal examinations, endoscopy, catheterization for gloves and instruments. It is also used to treat or prevent dry skin.

Dosage

1-5 years: 5 ml upto 4 times daily6-12 years: 10 ml upto 4 times daily>12 years & Adults: 20 ml upto 3-4 times daily

Apply as needed.

Side Effects

There are no known side effects from using this medicine when used as directed. If taken excessively above the stated dose, glycerol present in the medicine may cause headache, stomach upset and diarrhea.

Precaution

Patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency should not take this medicine.

Glycerol is for external use only. When using this product do not get into eyes. Do not use on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites & serious burns.

Interaction

No drug-drug interaction has been found.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use

There are no or limited amount of data from the use of Citric Acid Monohydrate in pregnant women. There is insufficient information on the excretion of Citric Acid Monohydrate & its metabolites in human milk.

Contraindication

It is contraindicated for the hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of this medicine.

Usually well tolerated. People with prior history of sensitivity or allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients should not use it.

Storage Condition

Keep in a cool and dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

Store in a cool & dry place, protected from light. Keep out of reach of children.