Is prospan good for chesty cough?

Prospan Cough Syrup is an effective treatment for chesty (productive) coughs. Prospan contains active ingredient Hedera Helix (Ivy Leaf Extract) which helps liquify and clear mucus from the airways and relax and calm convulsive coughing. Troublesome and painful coughing is calmed but not blocked.

Does prospan cough syrup work?

Unlike regular cough syrup, the favor is excellent. I can say that it tastes so good that I almost feel like drinking the entire bottle! If I could, I would give a 6 for favor. It helped me sleep and I can only say that so far it seems to be reducing my phlegm.

Is prospan for dry or wet cough?

Frequently Asked Questions about Prospan by Helixia. Is Prospan by Helixia recommended for a dry or wet cough? The product helps to relieve coughs by helping loosen mucus and phlegm. A person with a dry cough does not produce mucus and phlegm when coughing, while someone with a wet cough does.

Can you overdose on prospan?

You should not take more Prospan syrup than it is indicated in the dosing table or as instructed by your doctor. In case of administration of substantially large doses (more than 3 times the daily dose), it may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

Does prospan loosen phlegm?

Prospan by Helixia is clinically proven to help: Loosen mucus and phlegm to free up airways and aid in productive coughing.

What type of cough syrup is prospan?

Prospan by Helixia is a naturally-sourced, over-the-counter cough syrup that is clinically proven to relieve coughs, loosen mucus & phlegm and alleviate the symptoms of chronic bronchitis.

Can prospan make you sleepy?

Prospan does not cause drowsiness and is not expected to affect your ability to drive a motor vehicle or operate heavy machinery.

How long can you take prospan?

Take Prospan by Helixia for at least 1 week or longer depending on the nature and severity of your condition. It is recommended to keep taking Prospan by Helixia for 2-3 days after your symptoms have disappeared. Consult a healthcare professional for use beyond 4 weeks.

Is ivy Leaf good for cough?

Ivy leaf is approved by the German Commission E for use against chronic inflammatory bronchial conditions and productive coughs due to its actions as an expectorant. One double-blind human trial found ivy leaf to be as effective as the drug ambroxol for treating the symptoms of chronic bronchitis.

How does prospan by helixia help with cough?

Prospan by Helixia is an excellent option if you want to be tough on your symptoms—without being hard on your system. Prospan by Helixia is clinically proven to help: Relieve cough symptoms without causing drowsiness Loosen mucus and phlegm to free up airways and aid in productive coughing

What are the ingredients of prospan by helixia?

Prospan by Helixia is a cough syrup that is naturally sourced from ivy leaf extract. More specifically, ivy leaf is known in the plant world as Hedera helix, an evergreen that belongs to the Araliaceae family of flowering plants [1] . The makers of this product claim that it will loosen mucus and phlegm and will relieve cough.

When did prospan by helixia come out in Canada?

Prospan by Helixia is a naturally-sourced, over-the-counter cough syrup that is clinically proven to relieve coughs, loosen mucus & phlegm and alleviate the symptoms of chronic bronchitis. Launched in Canada in 2012, Prospan by Helixia is the #1 Pharmacist recommended cold remedy and one of the top selling cough syrups in Canada.

What are the ingredients in Hedera helix cough syrup?

Active ingredient: 7 mg/ml extract of dried ivy leaves ( Hedera helix L.) Extraction ratio of 5-7.5:1 (equivalent to 35–52.5 mg of dried ivy leaves). Other ingredients: Purified water, sorbitol, flavour, xanthan gum, potassium sorbate, citric acid. Used as an expectorant to help relieve coughs and loosen mucus and phlegm.