A chesty cough can be irritating and inconvenient. When you need relief, turn to Prospan Drops, the clinically researched chesty cough medicine with an exclusive clinically proven naturally derived ivy leaf extract (EA 575).1
Prospan Drops provide handy, on-the-go relief for chesty coughs, and are backed by rigorous clinical evidence.1,2 Take the drops with water or other drinks – it’s up to you. The non-drowsy, sugar-free formulation has been used for decades worldwide.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Do not use while pregnant, breastfeeding or likely to become pregnant. Keep out of reach of children. Use in children under 12 is not recommended. Do not use in children under 2 without medical advice. If symptoms or coughing persists consult your health professional. Contains ethanol and saccharin sodium.
*Prospan is clinically proven to relieve a chesty cough in 7 days vs 14 days untreated. Schaefer A, et al., Pharmazie 2016;71(9):504-509.
Helps you cough less frequently and more effectively,1 and shown to reduce cough symptoms in 93% of cases3
Helps to thin and break up chest mucus so that it’s easier to clear your airways during a cold,1,3 and shown to improve chest congestion in 93% of cases3
Assists in soothing the chest by opening and calming the airways associated with a chesty cough due to a cold,3,4 and shown to ease breathing symptoms in 91% of cases2
Prospan Drops are made from the leaves of Hedera helix, also known as ivy leaf. The specific extract used in Prospan Drops is called EA 575, and has been shown to provide chesty cough relief in many different clinical trials and scientific studies around the globe, involving thousands of patients.1,2
Did you know that on average, Aussies can catch 2-4 colds every year? When a cold leads to a chesty cough, you can find relief with Prospan drops which contains the specific Ivy leaf extract known as EA 575.
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Age |
Dosage |
Frequency |
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Adults |
24 drops |
3 times per day |
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12 yrs+ |
24 drops |
3 times per day |
Shake the bottle well each time before use as there may be cloudiness and/or dark suspended particles due to the natural origin of the herbal extract. Use the enclosed dropper and mix with a small amount of water or cold liquid according to taste.
The tolerability of Prospan’s exclusive EA 575 Ivy leaf extract is based on research in thousands of patients and decades of use worldwide. There are no known reported interactions between Prospan Drops and other medicines. It is recommended to talk to your healthcare professional if you have any questions about using Prospan Drops.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Do not use while pregnant, breastfeeding or likely to become pregnant. Keep out of reach of children. Use in children under 12 is not recommended. Do not use in children under 2 without medical advice. If symptoms or coughing persists consult your health professional. Contains ethanol and saccharin sodium.
Contains Hedera helix extract (EA 575) 20mg/mL equiv. 125mg/mL dry leaf
Prospan is the World’s No. 1 selling ivy leaf product* for soothing chesty coughs. The Prospan range is made from Ivy leaf, but not just any old Ivy leaf. In fact, the products contain a specific extract from the ivy plant (Hedera helix) – an extract known as EA 575. Prospan with EA 575 has been rigorously tested in clinical trials and scientific research to provide chesty cough relief.1,2
Natural medicines can vary considerably depending on the species of plant chosen, the way the plant is grown and harvested, and the extraction and production processes used. So it’s essential that you get the same medicine that’s demonstrated efficacy in clinical trials.1
That’s why a patented production process is used to make Prospan. It’s the result of 65 years of research and innovation, and it helps ensure that every batch of Prospan has the same reliable EA 575 formula that’s been shown to relieve chesty coughs.
Prospan is available in different formats to suit your individual needs: the original Prospan liquid, a great-tasting formula that’s suitable for the whole family; Prospan Menthol, suitable for adults and children over 6 years, with a fresh menthol taste; Prospan soft lozenges, suitable for adults and children over 6 years, and handy when you’re on the go; Prospan for Children, a great-tasting formula that makes it easy for children of all ages* to take, and Prospan Drops, suitable for adults and children over 12 years, and easy to add to small amounts of water and other drinks. Learn more about the benefits and dosage recommendations for each by clicking on their names above.
*Not to be used not be given to children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
Do not use Prospan Drops during pregnancy, or if likely to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Please see your healthcare professional for further advice.
There are no known reported interactions between Prospan Drops and other medicines. As always it is recommended to talk to your healthcare professional if you have any questions about using Prospan Drops.
Please contact us for further information.
Prospan Drops are suitable for adolescents aged 12 years and over.
Prospan Drops are not recommended for children under 12 years of age. For children under 12 years, you can use Prospan for Children or Prospan. See packaging for appropriate children’s dosing. Prospan for Children and Prospan and should not be given to children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
Prospan Drops do not contain any added gluten, soy, dairy, sugar or artificial colours.
Prospan Drops are vegetarian friendly as they contain no animal derived ingredients.
Prospan Drops contain 47% alcohol (ethanol). The total daily dose of Prospan Drops (72 drops) contains approximately 0.18mL of alcohol.
Prospan Drops do not cause drowsiness and are not expected to affect your ability to drive a motor vehicle or operate heavy machinery.
Due to the natural origin of the herbal extract in Prospan Drops, cloudiness and/or dark suspended particles may occasionally form in the liquid and the taste of the preparation may also vary slightly. However, none of these instances affect the quality of the product.
The Prospan range is available from pharmacies and selected health food stores. If you go to the ‘Find a Store’ button above and follow the instructions, you will be able to find a list of stores in your area that either stock Prospan Drops or will know how to order them in.
References
* IMS MIDAS data, Absatz MAT12/2018.
Prospan® is a registered trademark of and is manufactured by Engelhard Arzneimittel GmbH & Co. KG, Germany.
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