Description:

Riddles Junior Cough Syrup 100ml is a paediatric cough preparation designed to relieve cough symptoms in children, including dry/irritant coughs, productive coughs with mucus, and coughs associated with common colds or minor respiratory irritation. It combines a cough suppressant to reduce the urge to cough and an expectorant to help loosen and expel mucus from the airways, providing symptomatic relief for cough in junior/children formulations.

Prescription: Over-the-counter (OTC). No prescription required; freely available in pharmacies and licensed chemical shops in Ghana (e.g., Scab Pharmacy, Meldinpharma, Origin Chemist).

Therapeutic Category:

Cough and cold preparation / Cough suppressant + expectorant combination (for symptomatic relief of cough in children).

Active Ingredients/Composition: Each 5 ml typically contains:

• Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg (cough suppressant; reduces cough reflex).
• Guaifenesin 50 mg (expectorant; loosens and thins mucus in airways). Formulated as a flavored syrup (pleasant taste for children compliance). Excipients include sweeteners, preservatives, flavorings, and purified water (refer to label for full list).

Vitamins: None.

Minerals: None.

Variant: Junior/paediatric formulation in 100 ml bottle (adjusted for children; differs from Riddles Adult Cough Syrup with diphenhydramine/menthol/sodium citrate or Riddles Infant/Baby soothing variants).

Consume Type:

Oral (liquid syrup; measured with spoon/cup; shake well before use).

Directions/Usage: Children (typically 6-12 years or as labelled): Usually 5-10 ml (1-2 teaspoons) every 4-6 hours as needed (max 4 doses per day; do not exceed label dose). Younger children (if approved): Lower dose (e.g., 2.5-5 ml); consult pharmacist/doctor for exact age/weight-based dosing. Take with or without food; use for short-term relief (e.g., 3-5 days). Measure accurately with provided device. Not for infants under certain age (use baby variant if needed).

Common Side Effects:

• Drowsiness or mild dizziness (from dextromethorphan)
• Upset stomach, nausea, or diarrhoea
• Headache
• Rare: Allergic reactions (rash, itching), excitability (paradoxical in some children) Most mild; dextromethorphan/guaifenesin combinations are generally well-tolerated in children when dosed correctly.

Package Type:

Plastic bottle of 100 ml (with measuring spoon/cup; child-resistant cap; often amber or clear with label; simple carton packaging).

Storage Advice: Store at room temperature (below 30°C), in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.

Safety Advice:

• Do not use in children under 2-4 years (or as labelled) without doctor advice; risk of misuse in young kids.
• Caution in asthma, persistent cough, or if cough worsens (seek medical help).
• Avoid combining with other cough/cold meds containing dextromethorphan (overdose risk).
• Consult doctor if fever, rash, breathing difficulty, or cough persists >5-7 days (may indicate infection).
• Not for productive coughs if mucus suppression is undesired.
• Pregnancy/breastfeeding: Not typically for children products; consult if relevant.
• Report severe side effects (e.g., excessive drowsiness, confusion).

Product Substitutes: Other paediatric cough syrups in Ghana: Abicof Junior Cough Syrup, Diphex Infant/Junior, Amcof Junior, or generics with dextromethorphan + guaifenesin (e.g., from Kinapharma or Dannex). For soothing only: Riddles Baby Cough Syrup or honey-based infant remedies. Consult pharmacist/paediatrician for age-appropriate options (e.g., saline drops or humidifiers often first-line for young children).

Manufacturer/Marketer:

Trade Winds Chemist Limited.

Country of Origin:

Ghana.