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Benylin Dry & Tickly Cough Syrup

  • Soothing dry cough syrup for tickly, non-productive coughs
  • Relieves irritated sore throat and throat tickle
  • Suitable for adults and children aged 1 year and above
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About Benylin Dry & Tickly Cough Syrup

Benylin Dry & Tickly Cough Syrup is a gently formulated cough medicine containing glycerol and sucrose to provide effective relief from irritating tickly, dry coughs and sore throats. This soothing syrup works by coating the throat and calming the cough reflex, making it ideal for treating non-productive cough symptoms arising from colds, throat irritation or minor respiratory irritation.

Benylin Dry & Tickly Cough Syrup is available in two bottle sizes:

  • 150 ml bottle
  • 300 ml bottle
Medication Name Benylin Dry & Tickly Cough Syrup
Active Ingredients Glycerol 0.75 ml and Sucrose 1.71 g per 5 ml
Other Ingredients Citric acid monohydrate, sodium benzoate (E211), cough syrup flavour (aniseed, liquorice, propylene glycol, ethanol), black treacle, liquid glucose and purified water
Medication Form Oral syrup
Used to Treat Dry, tickly coughs and sore throats
Available Sizes 150 ml or 300 ml bottles
Who Can Use It Adults and children aged 1 year and over
Prescription Required? No – General Sales List (GSL) medicine
Patient Information Leaflet Benylin Dry & Tickly Cough Syrup – Patient Information Leaflet (PDF)

What Is Benylin Dry & Tickly Cough Syrup Used For?

Benylin Dry & Tickly Cough Syrup is used to soothe dry, non-productive coughs and relieve the tickly sensation in the throat that triggers coughing. It can also help ease sore throat discomfort associated with coughing.

Who Is Benylin Dry & Tickly Cough Syrup Suitable For?

Benylin is suitable for adults and children aged 1 year and over. Do not use this medicine in children under 1 year. Consult a healthcare professional before use if you have sugar intolerance, diabetes or allergies to any ingredient.

How to Use Benylin Dry & Tickly Cough Syrup

  1. Check the bottle seal before first use and ensure it’s intact.
  2. Measure the correct dose using a medicine spoon or cup.
  3. Adults and children over 5 years: Take two 5 ml spoonfuls.
  4. Children aged 1–5 years: Take one 5 ml spoonful.
  5. Repeat the dose 3 or 4 times a day as required, but do not exceed 4 doses in 24 hours.

If symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Possible Side Effects

This medicine is unlikely to cause side effects unless you are allergic to one of the ingredients. If you experience any unexpected effects, stop use and talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Warnings and Precautions

  • Do not give to children under 1 year old.
  • If you have sugar intolerances (e.g. hereditary fructose intolerance), speak to a pharmacist before use.
  • This medicine contains glucose and sucrose, which may affect blood sugar levels in diabetes.
  • Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.

Storage Instructions

  • Store at room temperature.
  • Keep the bottle tightly closed.
  • Retain the carton for full instructions.
  • Do not use medicine after the expiry date.

Benylin Dry & Tickly Cough Syrup Reviews

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Page content authored by Amjad Khan, last reviewed by Mr Muhammad on 12th February 2026.

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