Lemsip Max For Cold & Flu

Overview

Lemsip Max is an over-the-counter medication designed to provide relief from cold and flu symptoms. It contains two active ingredients: paracetamol (1000mg) for pain relief and fever reduction, and phenylephrine hydrochloride (12.2mg) as a nasal decongestant.

This combination helps alleviate headaches, body aches, fever, and nasal congestion associated with common colds and flu. Lemsip Max comes in a convenient hot drink format that can provide soothing relief while delivering effective symptom management.

Directions

Take one sachet of Lemsip Max every 4-6 hours as needed, with a maximum of 4 sachets in 24 hours. Empty the contents into a mug, add hot water (not boiling), stir well, and drink while warm. Do not exceed the recommended dose or take for more than 5 consecutive days without medical advice. Adults and children over 16 years can use this medication. Always read the patient information leaflet and consult a pharmacist if you have questions about dosage instructions or medication timing.

Side Effects

Lemsip Max is generally well-tolerated, but some people may experience side effects. Common reactions include nausea, dizziness, or stomach upset.

The phenylephrine component may cause increased heart rate, restlessness, or difficulty sleeping. Rare but serious side effects include allergic reactions, skin rash, or liver problems.

If you experience severe symptoms, breathing difficulties, or signs of an allergic reaction, stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention. Consult your GP if side effects persist.

How it works

Lemsip Max works through its two active ingredients targeting different cold symptoms. Paracetamol reduces fever by affecting the body’s temperature regulation centre and provides pain relief by blocking pain signals.

Phenylephrine is a sympathomimetic decongestant that narrows blood vessels in the nasal passages, reducing swelling and congestion. This dual-action approach addresses multiple symptoms simultaneously, providing comprehensive relief from [flu-like symptoms].

The medication typically begins working within 30-60 minutes of consumption, with effects lasting 4-6 hours.

Delivery

For information about Lemsip Max delivery options, including timing and methods, please check our delivery information page or contact our customer service team.

We offer various delivery options to ensure you receive your cold and flu treatment when you need it most. (discover more about our delivery options).   

Ingredients

The active ingredients are paracetamol 500mg, caffeine 25mg and phenylephrine hydrochloride 6.1mg.

The other ingredients are starch, croscarmellose sodium, sodium lauril sulfate, magnesium stearate, sterilised talc, gelatin, titanium dioxide (E171), patent blue V (E131), erythrosine (E127), shellac and quinoline yellow (E104).

Warnings

Do not take this medicine if:
 

• You are allergic to paracetamol, caffeine or phenylephrine hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
• You have a serious heart condition.
• You have high blood pressure (hypertension) or an overactive thyroid.
• You are taking or have taken within the last 14 days a medicine called a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI), usually used to treat depression.
• You are taking other sympathomimetic decongestants.
• You have an enlarged prostate.
• You have phaeochromocytoma.
• You have diabetes mellitus.
• You have closed-angle glaucoma.

 
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if:

• You have Raynaud’s syndrome (poor blood circulation which makes the fingers or toes pale and numb).
• You have a problem with your liver or kidneys or a history of stomach ulcer.
• You have non-cirrhotic liver disease (liver disease that is not associated with changes in the structure of the liver).