Beechams Powders Pack of 20

Beechams Powders Pack of 20 is specifically formulated to tackle common cold and flu symptoms, including headaches, feverishness, and general aches and pains. Its dual-action formula also provides powerful relief from mild to moderate pain.

Key Benefits of Beechams Powders

• Fast-Acting Relief: Designed for quick absorption, Beechams Powders work swiftly to alleviate your symptoms.
• Comprehensive Symptom Coverage: Effectively targets various cold and flu symptoms such as fever, body aches, and a sore throat.
• Pain Relief: Beyond colds, it offers relief for common pains including migraine, neuralgia, period pain, rheumatic pain, and toothache.

The strength of Beechams Powders Pack of 20 comes from its active ingredients:

• Aspirin (600mg): A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) known for its pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, and fever-reducing properties.
• Caffeine (50mg): Acts as a mild stimulant, which can help to counteract the drowsiness often associated with cold and flu and enhance the pain-relieving effects of aspirin.

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Mix the powder from one sachet of Beechams Powders Pack of 20 with a little water and stir before drinking.

Adults and children 16 years and over:

• Take one powder every 3 to 4 hours as needed.
• Do not take more than 6 powders in 24 hours.
• Do not use for more than 10 days for pain relief (or more than 3 days for fever).
• If your symptoms persist, see your doctor.
• If you take more than the recommended dose, seek medical advice immediately.

Do not take Beechams Powders Pack of 20 if you:

• Are allergic to aspirin, salicylates, caffeine, any other NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen), or any other ingredient listed below.
• Have had an allergic reaction after taking ibuprofen or aspirin.
• Are allergic to peanut or soya (Beechams Powders contain soya protein).
• Have had asthma or shortness of breath in response to aspirin before.
• Suffer from high blood pressure or heart disease.
• Have liver or kidney disease.
• Are under 16 years of age, unless your doctor tells you to.
• Have ever had a stomach ulcer, perforation, or bleeding of the stomach.
• Have blood clotting disorders (e.g., haemophilia) or have ever had gout.
• Are pregnant or breast-feeding, except on medical advice.

Take special care with Beechams Powders Pack of 20:

• There is a possible association between aspirin and Reye's syndrome when given to children under 16 years. Reye's syndrome is a very rare disease which affects the brain and liver and can be fatal.
• Aspirin may cause bleeding. Tell your doctor if you experience any unusual bleeding.
• Drinking alcohol while taking aspirin increases the risk of bleeding.
• Avoid excessive intake of caffeine (e.g., coffee, tea, and some canned drinks) while taking this product.
• If you think you are dehydrated (you may feel thirsty with a dry mouth).
• This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per sachet, meaning it is essentially ‘sodium-free’.
• This medicine contains lactose (a sugar). Ask your doctor before taking this product if you have an intolerance to some sugars.

Ask your doctor before you take Beechams Powders Pack of 20 if you:

• Suffer from asthma, allergic disease, kidney or liver problems.
• Are taking any prescribed medicines; particularly methotrexate; blood-thinning drugs (anticoagulants); blood pressure lowering treatments (ACE inhibitors); oral hypoglycaemics (to lower blood glucose); medicines for treating gout (e.g., probenecid or sulfinpyrazone); ibuprofen or other painkillers known as NSAIDs (e.g., diclofenac); SSRI antidepressants (e.g., fluoxetine); treatments for epilepsy (e.g., phenytoin or valproate); beta-blockers (e.g., atenolol); acetazolamide; water tablets (diuretics); or steroid hormones (corticosteroids); antacids.

Possible side effects:

If you experience any of these effects, STOP taking this medicine immediately and contact your doctor or pharmacist:

• Stomach ulceration or perforation: Symptoms could include severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. People with sensitive stomachs may suffer stomach irritation and may experience bleeding (you may pass blood in your stools, or vomit blood or dark particles that look like coffee grounds).
• Severe allergic reactions: Symptoms could include difficulty breathing, skin rash or swollen facial features, or tightening of the chest or asthma attacks in those sensitive to aspirin.
• Occasionally, blood does not clot well, which may result in bruising or bleeding, or yellowing of the skin and eyes.
• Other side effects may include lethargy, weakness, shortness of breath, generalised swelling or water retention, ringing in your ears, or temporary hearing loss.
• High caffeine intake can result in nervousness and dizziness.

If you get any side effects, even those not mentioned, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard.

Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the 'EXP' date shown on the pack. Store below 25°C in a dry place.

• Active Ingredients: Each powder contains Aspirin 600 mg and Caffeine 50 mg.
• Other Ingredients: Lactose monohydrate, maize starch, colloidal anhydrous silica, sodium lauryl sulphate, saccharin sodium, sodium cyclamate and spice flavour.