Winwa Bromcof Herbal Syrup

Winwa Bromcof Herbal Syrup is an over-the-counter traditional herbal preparation supplied in a 120ml bottle, combining Ivy Leaf Extract (Hedera helix L., folium) 17.5mg and Thyme Herb Extract (Thymus vulgaris L., herba) 95mg per 5ml, along with the preservatives methyl hydroxybenzoate and propyl hydroxybenzoate. It is a brown-coloured liquid with a herbal flavour.

As a traditional preparation registered for OTC sale in Malaysia, it does not require a doctor’s prescription and is manufactured for both adult and children’s use, subject to the age-based dosing on the packaging. It belongs to the same general category of ivy-leaf and thyme-based herbal syrups commonly found in Malaysian pharmacies.

Shake the bottle well before use. Take the syrup before or after meals using the measuring cup or spoon provided to ensure an accurate dose. Do not exceed the stated frequency without checking with a healthcare professional.

Adults and children over 12 years: 5ml (1 teaspoon) three times daily. Children aged 6 to 12 years: 2.5ml (½ teaspoon) three times daily. Children under 6 years: consult a healthcare professional before use. If a dose is missed, take it when remembered unless close to the next scheduled dose, in which case skip it rather than doubling up.

Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Close the cap tightly after each use and keep out of reach and sight of children.

• Common: Gastrointestinal discomfort such as mild stomach upset.
• Common: Occasional loose stools in sensitive individuals.
• Serious: Allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, ranging from skin rash to swelling, which require discontinuation of use and medical review.

• Known hypersensitivity to Ivy Leaf, Thyme, or any other ingredient in the formulation, including the preservatives.
• Not recommended for children under 6 years without professional guidance.
• Not recommended for individuals with known sensitivity to plants in the ivy (Araliaceae) or mint (Lamiaceae) families without medical advice.

• No clinically significant drug interactions have been established for Ivy Leaf and Thyme Herb extract combinations at recommended doses; check with a pharmacist if you are taking other cough or cold remedies at the same time.
• Combining with other herbal cough preparations containing the same or similar plant extracts may increase total intake; avoid stacking multiple herbal cough remedies without advice.
• No specific food interactions have been reported.

• Use the measuring cup or spoon provided rather than an ordinary spoon.
• Shake the bottle well before each dose.
• Follow the age-specific dosing carefully, as children’s doses differ from adult doses.
• Keep a record of dosing times, especially for children.
• Store away from heat and direct sunlight to protect the formulation.
• Discontinue and seek advice if a rash or stomach upset develops.

Precautions: Consult a healthcare professional before use if pregnant or breastfeeding. Not recommended for individuals with known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. Use in children under 6 years should only be under the guidance of a healthcare professional.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: Seek medical advice if cough or throat symptoms persist beyond a week, worsen, or are accompanied by high fever, breathing difficulty, or coughing up blood.