cold & cough syrups

Many people are surprised to learn that the issue behind their chronic cough is not due to the common cold, but rather due to gastroesophageal reflux (GERD). GERD cough is caused by stomach acid flowing back into the oesophagus and reaching the throat. This can cause irritation and inflammation resulting in a dry cough that usually occurs at night and can last for weeks.

Over the counter (OTC) cold & cough syrup for acid reflux like Benylin Chesty Cough and Robitussin Dry Cough Blue may provide temporary relief, but it is not a substitute for treating the underlying cause of the cough, which is acid reflux.

Here are the reasons why…..

Symptoms of GERD

If your chronic cough is caused by GERD, you’ll probably also have other symptoms, too. These can include:

Treatment for GERD

Simple lifestyle changes along with the right GERD cough medicine can help improve the symptoms:

  • Maintaining a healthy weight to prevent obesity.
  • Quitting smoking. Smoking can make acid reflux worse by impairing your body’s ability to keep acidic content in your stomach.
  • Elevate your head when laying down to prevent acid from coming up through your oesophagus and throat.
  • Eat slowly.
  • Wait 2-3 hours after eating to lie down.
  • Avoid tight-fitting clothes around the midriff.

Cough medicine for acid reflux can be helpful, however, certain foods can trigger GERD, so it’s best to avoid the following:

  • Alcohol
  • Chocolate
  • Onion
  • Fatty foods
  • Caffeine
  • Mint
  • Fried foods
  • Garlic
  • Tomato sauce

If you take the steps listed above and your cough does not get better, OTC or prescription cough syrup for GERD may be needed.

If you’re experiencing any of the symptoms described above, you can explore our wide range of GERD cough medicines. You will also find cold & cough syrup for GERD for adults and children such as Benylin Children’s Dry Cough & Sore Throat Syrup, Buttercup Broncho Cough Syrup, and Covonia Original Bronchial Balsam.