{"product_id":"lemsip-max-cold-and-flu-lemon-flavour-sachets-10s","title":"LEMSIP MAX Cold and Flu Lemon Flavour Sachets 10s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLemsip Max Cold \u0026amp; Flu Lemon Sachets are an over-the-counter hot lemon drink powder containing paracetamol 1000mg and phenylephrine hydrochloride 12.2mg per sachet, dissolved in hot water for the relief of cold and flu symptoms including aches, headache, sore throat, blocked nose and fever, sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActive ingredients\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParacetamol 1000mg, phenylephrine hydrochloride 12.2mg per sachet (also contains vitamin C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLemon-flavour powder sachets dissolved in hot water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 sachets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelieves\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCold and flu symptoms: headache, sore throat, body aches, blocked nose, sinus pressure and fever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLegal class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePharmacy (P) cold and flu medicine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdults and children aged 12 and over\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum daily dose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 sachets in 24 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSold by\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWays Pharmacy, UK (GPhC-registered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdults and people aged 12 and over with a cold or flu who want a warm, soothing drink alongside symptom relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople with a sore throat who find a hot drink comforting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople who want a full 1000mg paracetamol dose per serving in one sachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople with a blocked or stuffy nose alongside aches or a fever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e children under 12; anyone allergic to the ingredients; people with heart disease or high blood pressure; and anyone already taking a paracetamol-containing medicine, medication for bipolar disorder, or who is on a low-salt diet. Speak to your pharmacist first if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other medicines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRead the patient information leaflet inside the pack before you start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEmpty one sachet into a mug and fill with hot — not boiling — water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStir until the powder has dissolved. You may sweeten with sugar or honey if you wish, then drink while hot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdults and children aged 12 and over: take one sachet every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Do not take more than 4 sachets in 24 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf symptoms last more than a few days or get worse, speak to your pharmacist or doctor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many Lemsip sachets can I take a day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults and children aged 12 and over can take one sachet every 4 to 6 hours. Do not take more than 4 sachets in 24 hours, because each sachet contains a full 1000mg dose of paracetamol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I take Lemsip sachets with paracetamol tablets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Each sachet already contains 1000mg of paracetamol, so you must not take it alongside paracetamol tablets or any other paracetamol-containing product. Combining paracetamol products risks a serious overdose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I use boiling water for Lemsip?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Use hot water that is not boiling, then stir until the powder dissolves. Let it cool enough to drink safely. Boiling water is not needed and can scald.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I take Lemsip sachets if I have high blood pressure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot without checking first. The phenylephrine decongestant can raise blood pressure, so these sachets are not suitable if you have heart disease or high blood pressure unless a pharmacist or doctor has advised you they are safe for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow are the sachets different from the Lemsip Max capsules?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach sachet contains 1000mg of paracetamol and is dissolved in hot water, with a maximum of 4 sachets in 24 hours. The capsules contain 500mg of paracetamol each and added caffeine, with a maximum of 8 capsules in 24 hours. Follow the instructions for whichever one you are using.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety \u0026amp; storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains paracetamol. Do not take with any other paracetamol-containing products. Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if you feel well.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not exceed the stated dose of 4 sachets in 24 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not take if you have high blood pressure or heart disease without advice, or alongside other decongestants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf symptoms persist for more than a few days or get worse, consult your doctor or pharmacist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore below 25 degrees Celsius in a dry place, away from direct sunlight, and keep out of the sight and reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReferences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/flu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNHS — Flu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/common-cold\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNHS — Common cold\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/search?q=lemsip+max+cold+and+flu+sachets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLemsip Max Cold \u0026amp; Flu Sachets Patient Information Leaflet via emc\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How many Lemsip sachets can I take a day?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Adults and children aged 12 and over can take one sachet every 4 to 6 hours. Do not take more than 4 sachets in 24 hours, because each sachet contains a full 1000mg dose of paracetamol.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I take Lemsip sachets with paracetamol tablets?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No. Each sachet already contains 1000mg of paracetamol, so you must not take it alongside paracetamol tablets or any other paracetamol-containing product. Combining paracetamol products risks a serious overdose.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Should I use boiling water for Lemsip?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No. Use hot water that is not boiling, then stir until the powder dissolves. Let it cool enough to drink safely. Boiling water is not needed and can scald.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I take Lemsip sachets if I have high blood pressure?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Not without checking first. The phenylephrine decongestant can raise blood pressure, so these sachets are not suitable if you have heart disease or high blood pressure unless a pharmacist or doctor has advised you they are safe for you.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How are the sachets different from the Lemsip Max capsules?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Each sachet contains 1000mg of paracetamol and is dissolved in hot water, with a maximum of 4 sachets in 24 hours. The capsules contain 500mg of paracetamol each and added caffeine, with a maximum of 8 capsules in 24 hours. Follow the instructions for whichever one you are using.\"}}\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis page provides factual information about an over-the-counter cold and flu medicine. Always read the patient information leaflet before use. If symptoms persist or you are unsure whether this product is right for you, speak to a pharmacist. Suspected side effects can be reported via the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMHRA Yellow Card Scheme\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LEMSIP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40032884588608,"sku":"WY0000675S","price":7.39,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/7828\/7680\/files\/71FcsRuottL._AC_UF1000_1000_QL80.jpg?v=1736333128","url":"https:\/\/wayspharmacy.co.uk\/products\/lemsip-max-cold-and-flu-lemon-flavour-sachets-10s","provider":"Ways Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}