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What digestive effects can the sorbitol in Lemsip Cough for Mucus Cough & Catarrh oral solution cause?

Name: What digestive effects can the sorbitol in Lemsip Cough for Mucus Cough & Catarrh oral solution cause?
Published: 2026-11-08T01:40:10.016Z

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The sorbitol in Lemsip Cough for Mucus Cough & Catarrh oral solution may cause gastrointestinal discomfort and a mild laxative effect.

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Lemsip Cough for Mucus Cough & Catarrh 100mg/2.5mg/5ml Oral SolutionReckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use · Version 8Document updated 2 June 2025

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