HLP Lifesenze Ivymint Syrup

HLP Lifesenze Ivymint Syrup is a herbal syrup sold under the HLP Lifesenze brand in Malaysia and Singapore as an OTC product in a 120ml bottle. Its confirmed active ingredients are Ivy leaf extract (Hedera helix), Pelargonium sidoides extract, Marshmallow root extract (Althaea officinalis), Licorice root extract (Glycyrrhiza glabra), and Menthol.

The syrup is formulated as a non-drowsy formula, without alcohol or added sugar, using a zero-calorie sweetener instead. This combination of ivy, pelargonium, marshmallow, and licorice extracts places it in the multi-herb combination syrup category, distinct from single-ingredient ivy-leaf-only preparations.

As an OTC product, HLP Lifesenze Ivymint Syrup can be purchased at pharmacies in Malaysia and Singapore without a doctor’s prescription, and is commonly kept as part of a household medicine cabinet.

• Shake the bottle well before each use.
• Measure the dose using the measuring cup or spoon provided with the product.
• Take the syrup orally, with or without food, as directed on the pack.
• Use the cap or measuring device provided rather than an ordinary household spoon, to ensure an accurate dose.
• Rinse the measuring cup or spoon with water after each use.

Adults and children aged 12 years and above: 5 mL, three times daily.

For children below 12 years old, dosing should follow the specific age band and volume printed on the pack insert or a pharmacist’s advice, as independent sources for this product consistently confirm dosing only for the 12-years-and-above age band.

Do not exceed the maximum daily dose stated on the pack. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose, in which case skip the missed dose; do not double up. If symptoms do not improve or worsen after a reasonable period of self-treatment, stop self-treating and see a doctor or pharmacist.

• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
• Store out of the reach and sight of children.
• Do not freeze.

• Common: Mild stomach discomfort, nausea, or an upset stomach.
• Common: Loose stools or mild diarrhoea.
• Serious: Signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing, which need urgent medical attention.
• Serious: Severe or persistent vomiting, or signs of severe abdominal pain.

• Do not use if there is a known hypersensitivity to ivy leaf, Pelargonium sidoides, marshmallow root, licorice root, menthol, or any other ingredient in the syrup.
• Do not use in children below the minimum age stated on the pack insert without a doctor’s or pharmacist’s advice.
• Do not use if you have a known bile duct obstruction, active gastric or duodenal ulcer, or other condition where herbal expectorant/mucolytic syrups are specifically advised against, unless a doctor has confirmed it is appropriate.

• Licorice root extract, if taken in large amounts or for prolonged periods, may interact with blood pressure medicines, diuretics, or corticosteroids; people on these medicines should check with a pharmacist or doctor before regular or prolonged use of this syrup.
• People with high blood pressure or heart, kidney, or liver conditions should check with a doctor or pharmacist before using this product regularly, due to the licorice root content.
• No specific food interactions have been identified for this product.

• Shake the bottle well before each dose.
• Use the measuring cup or spoon provided for an accurate dose, not a household spoon.
• Keep the bottle upright and tightly capped between uses.
• Note the date the bottle was opened so you can track how long it has been in use.
• Rinse the measuring device with water after each use and let it dry.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Precautions: People with high blood pressure or a heart, kidney, or liver condition should check with a doctor or pharmacist before regular use, due to the licorice root content. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also check with a doctor or pharmacist before use, as should anyone giving this syrup to a child below the age stated on the pack.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: See a doctor or pharmacist if symptoms do not improve or worsen after a reasonable period of self-treatment, if there is fever, breathing difficulty, chest pain, or blood in what is coughed up, or if there is any allergic reaction after taking the syrup.

Keeping well hydrated and getting adequate rest are commonly used alongside a syrup like this as part of general self-care.