Family Herbal Cough Syrup | Throat & Chest Comfort
What it's For: Soothes dry, tickly throats, coats sensitive throat tissues and supports the body's natural clearance of mucus, without drowsiness.
The Herbs: Marshmallow root, sweet liquorice and thyme.
When to Take It: After food, up to three times a day, at the dose for each age.
The Craft: Whole-herb extracts in vegetable glycerine and water, made by Zen Maitri's herbalists. Alcohol-free and 100% plant-based.
Free UK standard delivery on orders over £50
100% Natural Ingredients.
Vegan Friendly.
Formulated by Medical Herbalists.
Free from dairy, soya, gluten, and grains.
A Family Herbal Syrup of Marshmallow Root, Liquorice & Thyme
Family Herbal Cough Syrup is a gentle, alcohol-free syrup for dry, tickly throats and chesty seasons, for adults and children aged two and over. Marshmallow root, sweet liquorice and thyme are prepared in a smooth base of vegetable glycerine and water, with a naturally sweet taste that children take easily.
The Herbs
Family Herbal Cough Syrup brings together two groups of herbs traditionally used for the throat and chest. Mucilage-rich roots coat and soothe dry, sensitive tissues. An aromatic herb supports clear breathing and the natural clearance of mucus. Together they make a syrup for everyday throat and chest comfort.
To Soothe
Marshmallow Root (Althaea officinalis): Rich in mucilage that forms a smooth, soothing coating over dry, scratchy throats, and traditionally used to support the natural clearance of mucus.
Sweet Liquorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra): A classic throat herb that coats delicate tissues, comforts dry, tickly sensations and supports healthy mucous membranes.
To Clear
Thyme Leaf (Thymus vulgaris): A cornerstone of traditional respiratory formulas, used to support clear breathing and help the body clear excess mucus.
Why a Syrup?
A syrup coats the throat as it is swallowed, so the soothing herbs stay where they are needed. The base of vegetable glycerine and water gives a smooth, naturally sweet taste that suits adults and children alike.
Specifications
Size: 100ml amber glass bottle with pipette
Base: Vegetable glycerine and purified water. Alcohol-free
Suitable for: Adults and children aged 2 and over. 100% plant-based
Vegetable Glycerine, Purified Water, Marshmallow Root (Althaea officinalis), Liquorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Thyme Leaf (Thymus vulgaris), Organic Sugar.
To Take: Shake well. Take directly from the pipette or in a little warm water, ideally after food.
Adults & Children (12 years and over): 10 - 15ml (approximately 2 - 3 teaspoons), up to three times a day.
Children (6 - 12 years): 2.5ml (approximately half a teaspoon), up to three times a day.
Children (2 - 5 years): 20 drops (approximately 1ml using the pipette), up to three times a day.
Safety & Cautions
Age Restriction: Not suitable for children under 2 years of age.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Not recommended during pregnancy or whilst breastfeeding.
Medical Advice: If you or your child are taking prescription medication, have an underlying medical condition, or are under medical supervision, please consult your GP, pharmacist or healthcare professional before use.
Recommended Intake: Do not exceed the stated recommended daily intake. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of the sight and reach of young children.
A Family Winter Ritual
Keep the Air Moist: A humidifier, or a bowl of water near a radiator, when the heating is on.
Wrap Up: A scarf or high collar against cold, dry air.
Sip Warm Drinks: Water, warm herbal teas, or warm water with lemon through the day.
Choose Warm Food: Soups, broths and porridge on days the throat feels sensitive.
A demulcent is a plant preparation rich in mucilage, which thickens in water and forms a coating over the tissue it touches. Marshmallow root and liquorice are the two classic examples, and the reason both appear in traditional throat preparations across almost every herbal tradition.
Yes. This gentle, alcohol-free formula is suitable for children aged 2 years and above. Please follow the age-specific dosage instructions provided in the Directions section. It is not suitable for children under 2 years of age.
Yes. The base is vegetable glycerine and purified water, which is the main reason to choose a syrup over a tincture for a child — most tinctures are extracted in alcohol.
Our syrup has a naturally sweet, smooth flavour derived from vegetable glycerine, balanced with the aromatic taste of Thyme. It has been formulated to be pleasant and easy to take for both adults and children.
Not continuously. It contains liquorice root, and liquorice should not be taken at this level for more than about four to six weeks at a stretch. Take it while a throat is uncomfortable and stop when it is not.
No. This formula contains no sedative ingredients and is designed to provide everyday botanical support without causing drowsiness, making it suitable for daytime or evening use.
Anyone pregnant or breastfeeding, and anyone with high blood pressure, heart or kidney disease, or low potassium, because of the liquorice. Children under two. If you take prescribed medicine, particularly for blood pressure or a diuretic, speak to your doctor or one of our Medical Herbalists first.
Our Family Herbal Cough Syrup is formulated by our Medical Herbalists to soothe dry, tickly throats, comfort sensitive throat tissues and support the body's natural clearance of mucus. This alcohol-free botanical formula provides gentle, non-drowsy support for everyday throat and chest comfort during seasonal changes.
Shipping rates:
United Kingdom (except for channels islands, see below).
- £4.50 for Standard Delivery (Royal Mail 48h Tracked). Delivery speed: 3-5 business days
- £6.50 for Express Delivery (Royal Mail 24h Tracked). Delivery Speed: 2-3 business days
- Free Standard Delivery on orders over £50
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USA
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