J Collis Browne's Mixture - 100ml
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J Collis Browne's Mixture - 100ml
Medication features
J Collis Browne's Mixture - 100ml offers relief from stomach upsets and diarrhoea. It also works to alleviate dry and unproductive coughs. Collis Browne's mixture includes peppermint oil that soothes the stomach, relieves uncomfortable bowel spasms, and eases flatulence. Product is suitable for adults and children aged 6 and over. Contains active ingredients, including morphine hydrochloride and peppermint oil.
- Pain relieve from griping pains
- Relieves flatulence, upset stomach, and stomach ache
- Soothes irritating coughs
Overview
NOTE: After selecting this product, you will need to complete a short assessment, so we can make sure this medication is suitable for you. Pricing is provided as a reference only. The final decision on issuing this medication remains with our Prescriber / Pharmacist.
For diarrhoea, adults, the elderly and children over 12 years old should take two or three 5ml spoonfuls (10-15ml) every 4 hours up to a maximum of three doses. For coughs, adults, the elderly and children over 12 years should take one or two 5ml spoonfuls (5-10ml) of Collis Browne Mixture every 4 hours. Elderly and debilitated patients are recommended to ask their doctor for advice, as a lower dose might be more suitable.
FAQ
What is J Collis Browne's Mixture?
J Collis Browne's Mixture is a treatment that relieves flatulence and symptoms of diarrhoea, stomach upsets, and coughs.
How Does J Collis Browne's Mixture Work?
J Collis Browne's Mixture contains a low dose of anhydrous morphine, which helps the digestive tract to slow down the contractions of the intestine and allows more water to be absorbed from undigested food.
Peppermint oil is added to relax the spasms in the gut that cause stomach pains and upsets linked to diarrhoea.
How does J Collis Browne's Mixture Relieve Coughs?
J Collis Browne's Mixture is also used to relieve dry and unproductive coughs by suppressing the reflexes which produce coughing.
When should J Collis Browne's Mixture not be used?
Do not use the medicine if you or your child have, an allergy to any of the ingredients, shallow breath or breathing difficulties, a head injury or persistent headache, asthma, taken MAOIs (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors) for depression within the last two weeks, a blocked intestine or inflammation of your colon or rectum, an addiction to alcohol or if your child is under the age of 6.
Side Effects
If you notice any of the following side effects you must stop taking this medicine immediately and see a doctor straight away.
Important side effects
- Allergic reactions (rash, hives, itching, wheezing)
- Drowsiness or difficulty sleeping.
- Difficulty in breathing.
- Muscle twitching, spasms or muscle rigidity.
- Dizziness or fainting.
- Changes in heart rate or palpitations (awareness of your heartbeat)
- Fits (seizures).
- Change in eyesight e.g. blurred vision, pinpoint pupils, unusual eye movement.
- Confusion, mood changes, feeling restless, excited or agitated. Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things).
- Severe abdominal or back pain, e.g. caused by bile duct problems
Other
Warnings
This is a medicine; Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist, seek advice before using if you are breastfeeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies, keep all medicines out of the reach of children. This medicine may cause drowsiness, it is therefore recommended to not drive or use machinery when using this product. This product is for short-term use only and may cause addiction.
This medicine contains 2.3 vol% ethanol (alcohol), i.e. up to 351mg per 15ml dose, equivalent to 7ml beer or 3ml wine per dose. Harmful for those suffering from alcoholism. To be taken into account in pregnant and breastfeeding women, children and high-risk groups such as patients with liver disease and epilepsy.
Info Leaflet
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