Cough syrup
Unknown brand
Processing
–
Not recorded
A gap in the source, not a sign it is unprocessed
Additives listed
1
0 we grade moderate or higher
Counted from the label, not by quantity
Nutrients
–
Nothing above the low band
Or no figures recorded at all
Three separate readings, kept apart on purpose. This is not a score, and none of it says this product is harmful.
Additives (1)
This label lists 1 preservative.
E211
Sodium benzoate
Preservative
What it is. A preservative that stops yeasts, moulds and some bacteria growing in acidic foods.
Why it is used. Used in soft drinks, sauces, pickles and dressings.
What the evidence says. EFSA re-evaluated it in 2016 and kept an acceptable daily intake, with normal exposure below it. The known issue is specific: in acidic drinks that also contain vitamin C, benzoate can form small amounts of benzene, so manufacturers reformulated to avoid the combination. It was also present in the drink mixes used in the Southampton hyperactivity study, though the warning requirement that followed applies to the colours rather than to benzoate.
Permitted with maximum levels in the foods where it is allowed.
Assessed against EFSA, UK FSA. Full entry for E211
Ingredients
Do not give this medicine to your child if s/he is under 1 year old. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist If you have an intolerance to some sugars. If this applies to you now or in the past, talk to a doctor or pharmacist. A Some of the ingredients can cause problems This product contains 1.85 g glucose and 1.71 g sucrose in each 5 ml, which may be harmful to the teeth. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before using this medicine. This should be taken into account in patients with diabetes. Carbohydrate content of this medicine is 3.85 g per 5 ml. This medicine contains 5 mg of alcohol (ethanol) in each 5 ml dose. The amount in 5 ml of this medicine is equivalent to less than 1 ml beer or wine. The small amount of alcohol in this medicine will not have any noticeable effects. This medicine contains 24 mg propylene glycol in each 5 ml which is equivalent to 4.8 mg/ml. This medicine contains 10 mg sodium benzoate (E211) in each 5ml. This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per 5 ml, that is to say essentially 'sodium-free'. You can take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 3. How to use this medicine Check the information below to see how much medicine to take. For oral use only. Do not take more than the stated dose below. Check the cap seal is not broken before first use is done this medicine. Children under 1 year Do not give to children under 1 year old. Adults and Children 1 year and over AGE DOSE Children 1-5 years One 5 ml Adults (including the elderly) Two 5 ml spooky and children over 5 years Give the dose 3 or 4 times within 24 hours, if needed. If symptoms persist, contact your pharmacist or doctor. A If anyone has taken too much If anyone has taken too much of this product, contact a doctor or your nearest Accident & Emergency department (Casualty), taking this pack with you. A If you forget to take a dose If you forget a dose, take the next dose when needed. Do not take a double dose.
As printed on the pack, in the producer's own order: ingredients are listed by weight, so what comes first is most of what is in it. E numbers link to their assessment where we have one.