What is Potters Cough Remover and when is it used?

Potter's Cough Remover is a herbal remedy traditionally used to relieve the symptoms of cough. All active ingredients act to clear phlegm from the throat and chest and help cough it up. Black Cohosh and Scullcap relieve coughing.

How to take Potters Cough Remover.

Adults and elderly: Two 5ml teaspoonfuls three times a day.
Children over 8 years of age: One 5ml teaspoonful three times a day.
Children 5 to 7 years of age: One 5ml teaspoonful every twelve hours.

Not recommended for use in children under the age of 5 years or in women during early pregnancy.

If you miss a dose, take a replacement as soon as you remember, unless it is nearly time for your next dose and continue to take this medicine as directed up to a maximum of 3 doses a day. Do not take 2 doses at the same time to make up for a missed dose.

Side effects are not known with this product, but if you experience any undesirable symptoms or side effects when taking this medicine consult your doctor or pharmacist. If symptoms persist, seek medical advice.

What is in Potters Cough Remover?

Active Ingredients:
Each 5ml of elixir (oral solution) contains: Black Cohosh 5mg, Ipecacuanha BP 6.5mg, Lobelia BP 12mg, Pleurisy Root 12mg, Scullcap12.5mg, Liquid Extract Elecampane (1:1 21% alcohol) 0.075ml, Liquid Extract Horehound (1:1 21% alcohol) 0.1 ml, Liquid Extract Hyssop (1:1 21% alcohol) 0.075ml.

Also contains Rectified Spirit, ethyl Hydroxybenzoate, Propyl Hydroxybenzoate, Tincture Capsicum Fort, Skunk Cabbage, Valerian, Chloroform, Anise Oil, Tincture Myrrh, Treacle, Syrup, Solid Extract Liquorice, Microcrystalline Cellulose and Water.

Contains the preservatives methyl hydroxybenzoate and propyl hydroxybenzoate - may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).

Potters Cough Remover also contains 12.0 vol % ethanol (alcohol) ie up to 960mg per dose (equivalent to 24m1 beer, 10ml wine per dose) derived from both the active ingredients (Liquid Extract Elecampane, Liquid Extract Horehound and Liquid Extract Hyssop) and the excipients (Tincture Capsicum Fort and Tincture Myrrh). Harmful to those suffering from alcoholism. To be taken into account in pregnant or breastfeeding women, children and high risk groups such as patients with liver disease or epilepsy.

As Potters Cough Remover contains sucrose, (treacle and syrup), if you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.

Before taking Potters Cough Remover
Do not take this medicine if you have previously reacted badly to any of the ingredients. Not recommended for use a children under the age of 5 years or in women during early pregnancy. Please ;peak to your doctor or pharmacist for further advice.

After taking Potters Cough Remover
Do not take more than the stated dose. Lobelia and Ipecacuanha are likely to produce vomiting. If you take too many doses, discontinue use and contact a doctor or pharmacist.

Warning: In rare cases, Black Cohosh may cause liver problems. Consult your doctor if you already have liver disease or become unwell whilst using this product. Signs and symptoms of liver disorders include jaundice (yellowing of skin or white of eyes), dark urine, nausea, unusual tiredness and/or weakness and/or loss of appetite.

Can I take Potters Cough Remover with other medicines?
Interactions with other medicines are not known and you should seek the advice of your pharmacist or doctor before taking this product. This includes medicines you buy for yourself, as well as those prescribed by your doctor.