Boots Nirolex Dry Cough Relief Lozenges
(Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide)
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription to treat minor conditions. However, you still need to take it carefully to get the best results from it.
- Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again
- Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice
What this medicine is for
This medicine contains Dextromethorphan, a cough suppressant, which acts to reduce coughing.
It can be used to relieve dry and tickly coughs. Dry coughs do not produce phlegm or mucus on the chest.
For children, simple treatments should be tried first before you give this medicine. Further information on "Treating coughs and colds in children" is provided at the end of this leaflet.
Before you take this medicine
This medicine can be taken by adults and children of 6 years and over. However, some people should not take this medicine or should seek the advice of their pharmacist or doctor first.
Do not take:
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in this medicine (see "What is in this medicine")
If you have liver problems
If you have difficulty breathing
If you are taking any of these medicines:
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (for depression), or have taken them in the last 14 days
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (for depression)
- Other cough and cold medicines
If you have an intolerance to some sugars, unless your doctor tells you to (this medicine contains sucrose and glucose)
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Talk to your doctor:
- If you have a long-term cough or asthma (do not take this medicine if you are wheezing or if you are having an asthma attack)
- If you have a cough which produces lots of phlegm
Talk to your pharmacist or doctor:
- If you are treating a child who is prone to allergies
Other important information
Information for people with diabetes: Each lozenge contains 1.4 g of sucrose and 1.1 g of glucose.
Driving and using machines: This medicine may make you feel dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or use machines until you are sure you are not affected.
Do not drink alcohol (wine, beer, spirits) whilst taking this medicine. Alcohol increases the risk of side effects occurring and may make you feel more drowsy.
If you take other medicines
Before you take this medicine, make sure that you tell your pharmacist about ANY other medicines you might be using at the same time, particularly the following:
- Medicines for allergies
- Sedatives or other medicines than make you feel sleepy
- Medicines for mental health conditions
- Medicines for heart problems
If you are unsure about interactions with any other medicines, talk to your pharmacist. This includes medicines prescribed by your doctor or medicine you have bought for yourself including herbal and homeopathic remedies.
How to take this medicine
Check the foil is not broken before use. If it is, do not take that lozenge.
Adults and children of 12 years and over
Take one lozenge
When the cough is troublesome.
Don't take more than ten lozenges in 24 hours.
Children of 6 to 11 years
Take one lozenge
When the cough is troublesome.
Don't take more than two lozenges in 4 hours
And
Don't take more than seven lozenges in any 24 hours.
Suck each lozenge slowly until it dissolves.
Do not give to children under 6 years.
Do not take more than the amount recommended in the table.
If you are treating a child and their symptoms worsen at any time, talk to a pharmacist or doctor.
Do not give to a child for more than 5 days, unless their doctor tells you to.
If symptoms do not go away talk to your doctor.
If you take too many lozenges: Talk to a pharmacist or doctor.
Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some:
- Skin reactions such as skin rash
- Feeling sick, being sick, diarrhoea
- Feeling drowsy, dizzy, excited or confused
- Fits
- Breathing problems
If any side effect becomes severe, or you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.
How to store this medicine
Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.
Use by the date on the foil or the end flap of the carton. After this date return any unused product to your nearest pharmacy for safe disposal.
What is in this medicine
Each lozenge contains Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 2.5 mg, which is the active ingredient.
As well as the active ingredient, the lozenge also contains sucrose, glucose syrup, levomenthol, star anise oil, strong capsicum tincture, anthocyanin, flavour (natural blackcurrant).
This pack contains 24 purple lozenges.
Who makes this medicine
Manufactured for the Marketing Authorisation holder
by
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Leaflet prepared May 2009
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Treating coughs and colds in children
It's normal for children to get 8 or more colds in a year, however gradually they build up immunity and get fewer colds. Most colds will get better within a few days and you may not need to do more than keep your child comfortable until they get over it. Antibiotics will not help to treat a cold as they are caused by viruses and not bacteria.
Follow these simple steps, which may help your child overcome their cough or cold:
1. If your child is hot or has a fever:
Increase the amount of fluid your child normally drinks. Lower their temperature with a Paracetamol or Ibuprofen medicine, which is suitable for children. (Paracetamol is not suitable for children under 2 months. Ibuprofen is not suitable for children under 3 months).
2. For coughs:
Although it may be distressing to hear your child cough, the coughing itself serves an important purpose. It helps to clear phlegm on the chest or mucus from the nose. Give your child plenty of lukewarm clear fluids to drink, which may help loosen the phlegm and relax the airways.
3. To help with breathing:
Plain saline nose drops, available from your pharmacy, can help babies with blocked noses who are having trouble feeding.
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