Beechams Powders

Beechams Powders - contain aspirin which is an analgesic (pain killer) and antipyretic (reduces body temperature when you have a fever) and caffeine which acts to further the effectiveness of aspirin. Beechams powders are specially formulated for fast and effective relief from cold and flu symptoms. These symptoms include headache, fever, aches and pains. The powders also provide relief from mild to moderate pain including migrane, neuralgia, toothache, sore throat pain, period pain and muscular aches and pains.

How to takeBeechams Powders:

Mix the powder with a little water and stir before drinking.

Adults, children 16 years and over: One powder to be taken every three to four hours as required. Do not exceed six powders in any 24 hour period. Do not give to children aged under 16 years, unless on the advice of a doctor. If symptoms persist consult your doctor.

Beechams Powders contain:

Each powder contains: Aspirin Ph Eur 600mg and Caffeine Ph Eur 50mg.

Also contains: Lactose, Maize Starch, Collodial Anhydrous Silica, Sodium Lauryl Sulphate, Saccharin Sodium, Sodium Cyclamte and Spice flavour. Each powder contains 0.1g of carbohydrate.

Side effects relating to Beechams Powders:

Occasionally aspirin may bring on an asthma attack or tightening of the chest, or other hypersensitivity reactions eg: rash, runny nose or other skin reactions in susceptible individuals. People with sensitive stomachs may suffer irritation with bleeding. If you experience these, or any other undesirable effects, tell your pharmacist or doctor.

Warnings relating to Beechams Powders:

Do not take if:

• You are allergic to aspirin, caffeine or any of the other listed ingredients.
• You have, or have had a stomach ulcer.
• You have blood clotting disorders (haemophilia)

There is a possible association between aspirin and Reye’s syndrome when given to children. Reye’s syndrome is a very rare disease which can be fatal. For this reason aspirin should not be given to children aged under 16 years, unless on the advice of a doctor.

Consult your doctor before taking if:

• You are pregnant, or breast feeding.
• You suffer from asthma, allergic disease, kidnet or liver problems.
• You are taking methotrexate, or anticoagulants (blood thinning drugs eg: warafin) or oral hypoglycaemics which are used to lower the blood glucose or drugs for treating gout.

Standard Delivery
For orders under £40 in value we charge £3.49 for UK mainland delivery, regardless of weight and size. The vast majority of orders (over 90%) are despatched either on the same working day or the following working day. A signature is required on receipt. Our standard delivery option includes packaging, handling, delivery insurance and Royal Mail 1st Class recorded delivery postal costs.
To ensure patient safety, private prescription orders are despatched via a courier delivery service and are not eligible for free delivery.
For orders that weigh 25kg or more (and for every subsequent 25kgs) there is an additional handling charge of £3.49 per 25kg. All other delivery conditions apply as above.

Delivery charges to Europe are shown at checkout dependent on the weight of your parcel and destination. Delivery is usually within 3-10 days from dispatch. Certain product and weight restrictions apply.

Delivery charges to regions outside of Europe are shown at checkout dependent on the weight of your parcel and destination. Delivery is usually 5-15 days from dispatch. All prices shown online include VAT At checkout VAT ( %) will be deducted where applicable.

Note: Certain weight and product restrictions apply.

To ensure patient safety, private prescription orders are despatched via a courier delivery service and are not eligible for free delivery.