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They contain the same actives at the same strength, brompheniramine and phenylephrine. The original is coloured purple; the Colour Free version has no added colours. Both are sugar free and grape flavoured.

Children 6 years and over and adults. Children aged 6 to 11 should use it only on the advice of a doctor, pharmacist or nurse practitioner. It must not be given to children under 6.

No. It relieves nasal and sinus congestion, a blocked or runny nose, sneezing and itchy, watery eyes. It contains no cough suppressant, so ask our pharmacists about a cough.

It can. Brompheniramine is an antihistamine that may cause drowsiness in some people, and the liquid can also cause sleeplessness in others. Adults should not drive within 8 hours if affected, and should avoid alcohol.

Up to 12 hours per dose. Adults and children 6 years and over use 1 to 3 sprays in each nostril, no more than twice a day.

Decongestant sprays like oxymetazoline can cause congestion to come back worse if used for longer, often called rebound congestion. Use it for no more than 3 days in a row, and see your doctor or pharmacist if your nose stays blocked.

They are Pharmacy Medicines, so our pharmacists review each order before it ships to make sure it suits the person taking it. We may contact you with a question.