Care Mentholated Bronchial Balsam Care Mentholated Bronchial Balsam is for symptomatic relief of chesty coughs & sore throats. It is suitable for adults, the elderly & children over 5 years of age. Care Mentholated Bronchial Balsam contains liquorice & squill, which belong to a group of medicines known as expectorants & help remove phlegm in people with chesty coughs. The menthol helps to relieve congestion in chesty coughs & bronchitis. Directions Adults, the elderly & children over 12 years: take 1 or 2 x 5ml spoonfuls every 4 hours if required. Children 5-12 years: take 1 x 5ml spoonful every 4 hours if required. Do not give to children under 5 years old unless your doctor tells you to. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult your doctor. Active Ingredients Per 5ml: Levomenthol 4mg, Squill Tincture 0.6ml & Liquorice Liquid Extract 0.125ml. Cautions Do not use the medicine if you or your child have an allergy to any of the ingredients or any type of heart complaint. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you or your child are taking carbenoxolone for stomach ulcer. As with all medicines, take care when using this medicine if you are pregnant, & seek medical advice if necessary.