Coughs and Colds
Care Friars’ Balsam
Storax, Benzoin, 50ml
An inhalant for symptomatic relief of colds.
Care Friars’ Balsam acts as a decongestant for the relief of cold symptoms.
Who can use this product?
It can be used by adults, the elderly and children over 3 months. Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not considered to cause any undesirable effects. Medicines can affect the unborn baby. Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine in pregnancy.
How to use this product?
- One 5ml spoonful can be added to hot (not boiling) water and the vapour inhaled in order to relieve the symptoms of colds.
- Do not use in children under 3 months.
- For external use only.
See the product/label for full details.
Always read the leaflet/label carefully before use.
If in doubt, always talk to a healthcare professional.
Where to buy online
Where to buy in store
Lloyds Pharmacy
Rowlands
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at:
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
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