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Buttercup Original Cough Syrup contains Capsicum and Squill extracts, herbal ingredients traditionally used to relieve coughs. It helps soothe dry, tickly, and irritating coughs and supports the respiratory system by easing throat irritation and the urge to cough.
Buttercup Original Cough Syrup is suitable for both adults and children and is available in three pack sizes:
| Medication Name | Buttercup Original Cough Syrup |
| Active Ingredient | Capsicum, Squill |
| Other ingredients: | Acacia Powder, Caramel Colour (E150), Ethanol, Levomenthol, Clove Oil, Peppermint Oil, Sodium Methyl Hydroxybenzoate (E219), Sodium Propyl Hydroxybenzoate (E217), Aniseed Flavour, Purified Water, Carmoisine (E122), Sunset Yellow (E110), Strong Ginger Tincture (Ginger, Ethanol, Water), Acetic Acid, Saccharin Sodium, Partial Invert Syrup (Sucrose, Fructose and Glucose), Potassium Sorbate. |
| Medication Form | Oral syrup |
| Used to Treat | Dry, tickly, and irritating coughs |
| Available Sizes | 75ml, 150ml, and 200ml |
| Who Can Use It | Adults and children aged 2 year and over |
| Prescription Required? | No – General Sale List (GSL) medicine |
Buttercup Cough Syrup is used to relieve dry and irritating coughs. It works by soothing the throat and reducing the urge to cough, making it ideal for coughs caused by throat irritation rather than mucus.
Buttercup Cough Syrup is suitable for adults and children aged 2 year and over.
Do not use Buttercup Original Cough Syrup if you:
If symptoms persist for more than a few days, speak to a healthcare professional.
Buttercup Original Cough Syrup is generally well tolerated.
Page content authored by Dr Hussain Ahmad, last reviewed by Mr Mohammed on 23rd January 2026.
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