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Benylin Children’s Night Coughs

  • Night-time cough syrup for children aged 6–12 years
  • Helps relieve cough, runny nose, sneezing, and congestion
  • Contains diphenhydramine and levomenthol for soothing relief
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About Benylin Children’s Night Coughs

Benylin Children’s Night Coughs is a specially formulated cough syrup designed to relieve night-time coughs and associated cold and allergy symptoms in children. It contains diphenhydramine hydrochloride 7 mg, an antihistamine that helps reduce coughing, sneezing, and runny nose, along with levomenthol 0.55 mg to provide a soothing effect on the throat and airways. This combination helps your child breathe more comfortably and sleep better at night.

Benylin Children’s Night Coughs is suitable for children aged 6 to 12 years and is available in one pack size:

  • Benylin Children’s Night Coughs – 125 ml syrup
Medication Name Benylin Children’s Night Coughs
Active Ingredients Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 7 mg and Levomenthol 0.55 mg per 5 ml
Other Ingredients Liquid maltitol, glycerol, citric acid, sodium citrate, sodium benzoate, purified water
Medication Form Oral syrup
Used to Treat Night-time cough, runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion
Available Size 125 ml bottle
Who Can Use It Children aged 6–12 years
Prescription Required? No – Pharmacy (P) medicine
Patient Information Leaflet Benylin Children’s Night Coughs –
Patient Information Leaflet

What Is Benylin Children’s Night Coughs Used For?

Benylin Children’s Night Coughs is used to relieve dry and irritating coughs at night, along with symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion caused by colds, hay fever, or upper respiratory allergies.

Who Is Benylin Children’s Night Coughs Suitable For?

Benylin Children’s Night Coughs is suitable for children aged 6 to 12 years.

Do not use Benylin Children’s Night Coughs if your child:

  • Is under 6 years of age
  • Is allergic to diphenhydramine, levomenthol, or any other ingredient

Speak to a healthcare professional before use if your child:

  • Has asthma, persistent cough, or bronchitis
  • Has a cough producing excessive mucus
  • Has glaucoma or difficulty passing urine
  • Has liver or kidney problems
  • Is taking other antihistamines or sedative medicines

How to Use Benylin Children’s Night Coughs

  1. Shake the bottle well before use.
  2. Measure two 5 ml spoonfuls using a medicine spoon.
  3. Give by mouth every 6 hours if needed.
  4. Do not exceed 4 doses in 24 hours.
  5. Do not use for more than 5 consecutive days.

Possible Side Effects of Benylin Children’s Night Coughs

Common side effects may include:

  • Drowsiness or sleepiness
  • Dizziness
  • Dry mouth

Uncommon side effects:

  • Stomach upset
  • Headache

If any side effects become severe or persistent, stop use and seek medical advice.

Warnings and Precautions

  • May cause drowsiness; avoid activities requiring alertness.
  • Do not give with other cough or cold medicines containing antihistamines.
  • Do not exceed the recommended dose.
  • Stop use if symptoms worsen or persist.

Storage Instructions

  • Store below 25°C.
  • Keep the bottle tightly closed.
  • Keep out of sight and reach of children.

Benylin Children’s Night Coughs Reviews

Our Experienced UK-based Pharmacy Team

Clinical Consultant
MUDr, MRCEM, EBCEM, FRCEM
GMC no. 7176414

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GPhC no. 2065469

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Page content authored by Amjad Khan, last reviewed by Mr Muhammad on 7th March 2026.

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