George Cricks Friars Balsam for Cold Relief and Antiseptic Care
Discover the unparalleled relief offered by Friars' Balsam: Your dependable partner for alleviating cold symptoms and providing antiseptic care.
Key Benefits of Friars' Balsam:
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Dual Action: Friars’ Balsam combines decongestant properties to relieve cold symptoms and antiseptic benefits for mild wound dressing.
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Safe for All Ages: Suitable for adults and children over 3 months old.
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Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Seek advice from a healthcare professional before use during pregnancy, potential pregnancy, or while breastfeeding. Using Friars’ Balsam as directed is unlikely to have adverse effects.
How to Use Friars' Balsam:
Inhalation for Colds: For adults, the elderly, and children over 3 months:
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- Add one 5ml spoonful to 568ml (1 pint) of hot (not boiling) water and inhale the steamy vapor.
- Repeat after 4 hours if needed.
Antiseptic Application: For adults, the elderly, and children:
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- Apply undiluted to the affected area twice a day.
- For external use only.
Safety Information:
- Allergies: Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.
- Children Under 3 Months: Avoid using Friars’ Balsam as an inhalant for children under 3 months.
- Swallowing Precaution: In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical attention immediately.
Possible Side Effects:
- Allergic skin reactions, like itching, rashes, or eczema, may occur.
- Frequent skin application may lead to dryness and irritation.
Storage:
- Keep out of children's reach.
- Store below 25°C.
- Do not use after the expiry date on the carton.
Environmentally Friendly:
- Dispose of any unused medicine properly; do not flush it down the drain or throw it in the household waste. Consult your pharmacist for guidance.
Ingredients:
- Active Ingredients: Prepared storax (10% w/v), benzoin Sumatra (10% w/v).
- Other Ingredients: Aloes, ethanol, and purified water.
Sizes:
50ml bottles
Shipping charges mainland GB zone1
| Value | Weight | Delivery Charge |
| Over £49.00 | Any Weight | FREE |
| Under £49.00 | No weight limit | £4.50 |
| Under £49.00 | Under 250 grams | £3.49 |
Most orders are despatched the same day and standard delivery is 3 to 5 working days from despatch. FAST Expedited options are available at extra cost - these usually arrive in 24-48hrs from dispatch but delays are possible during busy periods.
Postcodes outside of Zone 1 (including some areas within mainland UK) may incur extra carriage charges due to surcharges imposed by the couriers. These will be calculated on the website at the checkout.
NB: Orders placed with faster delivery must be placed before 13:00 to ensure same day dispatch (excluding weekends and bank holidays). Please also check on the product page that the items ordered show 'In Stock' otherwise your order will be delayed until the stock becomes available, which in most cases will only be 24hrs.
Estimated "Usually shipped in" information is shown against most products
Overseas orders
We no longer send goods outside of the UK.
Prescription Items
Prescription items will be sent on receipt of a legally valid signed and dated prescription.
Pick up
We offer a pickup service for orders placed over the phone.
Please ring us on 01833 641112 for more information.
Refrigerated Items
- Refrigerated lines Packaging Cost: Despatched with Woolcool Refrigerated Packaging for £7.50.
- Receipt Required: Someone must be available to receive the delivery. Woolcool packaging is designed for temperature-controlled goods, so parcels cannot be left unattended.
- Immediate Refrigeration: Upon receipt, refrigerate the contents immediately to ensure your food or medicine remains at the correct temperature.
- Failed Delivery Attempts: We are not responsible for the cost of replacements if a delivery attempt fails due to the absence of someone to receive it.
We want you to be completely satisfied with any purchase. If not any item* can be returned to us within 14 days of receipt for exchange or refund Please give us a ring for a returns number on 01833 641112 or alternatively email sales@hyperdrug.co.uk to obtain a returns number.
*Due to legal requirements medicines may not be returned except to correct an error in despatch or in response to an "official recall". If an item is believed to be faulty it should be returned for inspection and it may be necessary to forward it to the manufacturers for testing before replacements or refunds can be authorised. This does not infringe legal rights. Please contact our customer services for a "Returns Number" which must appear on the outside of the package or it will not be accepted. We advise customers to use an insured method of shipping and to retain proof of despatch. We may refuse returns on products specially obtained or manufactured to order. Items must be returned unsoiled and unused and sent adequately packed and carriage paid.
