Best Cold & Flu Medications

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Euky Bearub

Euky Bearub

4.9 Summary
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Magic – My 2yo could not get to sleep tonight, he has a runny nose and was cough constantly from trying to breath through his nose. I thought no way are we… Read more

getting sleep tonight, I put some rub on his back and within 10minutes he had rolled over and fallen asleep and has not coughed since.

Prospan

Prospan

3.5 Summary
Susie C.3 posts
 

I used it back in 2023 and it worked great, this time however, it isn't helping at all and my cough has been going on 14 days now, it started the… Read more

third day of a cold I caught. It's horrible, the worst I have ever had. I increased my dosage to 7.5 three times a day as that is what worked before, but not this time. I am at my wits end, the cough keeps me awake and off and on all day I am coughing, it's a wet cough sometimes and other times dry. I have coughed so much I hurt all over. I am very disappointed to say the least.

Debs195752 posts
 

Life Saving – June 2022 - After 4 days of a terrible flu, I was left with an annoying cough for 5 weeks. I finally went to Chemist Warehouse and Robitussin… Read more

Chesty Cough Forte was suggested. After the very first dose, my complaint showed improvement. July 2023 - Feeling like hell with chest congestion, wheezing and a constantly dripping nose, I should've taken my Robitussin earlier and would've nipped the virus in the bud. Once again, after the first dose there was an improvement and after the second, a marked difference. That's when my mental attitude changed from miserable to being able to cope. I'll take the mixture until the cough and congestion has disappeared. This product is truly wonderful.

Sarah F.QLD3 posts
 

TASTES HORRIBLE – It tastes absolutely disgusting & burned on the way down, I almost gagged. As for whether or not it works I’m not sure but I don’t think I will be able to stomach it again. Show details

Nyal Cold Sore Cream

Nyal Cold Sore Cream

2.6 Summary
Catherine R.VIC2 posts
 

Absolutely incredible – I didn't think much of the old formula unlike most here. But it was after hours and it's all the local supermarket had so in a desperate attempt I… Read more

got it. I got to the car and put it straight on. Omg I got so much relief. I had most of my top lip covered in cold sores from a virus and it was so painful. It instantly took the pain and swelling away. I am over the moon with the results and will be my now go to on the rare occasion I get cold sores

Suzan LovellNSW22 posts
 

Great heat for sore muscles after a shower – I applied it to sore muscles after a shower, and felt a lovely ongoing heat. This provides some comfort after hard work! The smell is great and does not seem to linger in the morning. I got it at half-price, a little pricey at full price however Show details

Lila B.3 posts
 

Be careful! – Made me itchy and dizzy, felt like my blood pressure went away to low and nearly passed out. Tingly lips,itchy face,itchy arms,dizzy,feeling itchy neck and backexausted . This drug is dangerous! Had to take an antihystamine. Show details

steve a.VIC35 posts
 

Over priced herbal stuff – This is overrated over priced and does nothing at all, I went back to my old cold and flu tablets , save your money Show details

Vicks VapoDrops

Vicks VapoDrops

3.2 Summary
AussieSheliaQLD113 posts
 

I have spent a lot of money this week on lollies to help with a sore throat, nasal, ear blockage and coughing and these lozenges work instantly and… Read more

do not taste gross..some you spit out they are so bad..totally worth the money I paid about 7$ they have clear everything..

BioCeuticals ArmaForce

BioCeuticals ArmaForce

2.0 Summary
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remWA
 

Please be mindful that this drug as well as others contains a harmful ingredient called Andrographis paniculata. I have used this for at least a year… Read more

and then suddenly had an anaphylactic reaction that sent me to hospital. Please do not use this as well as other medications with that ingredient and find safer alternatives.

BioCeuticals
BioCeuticals    

Hi Rem, the health and safety of everyone who uses… Read more

SnifflesSA4 posts
 

These work a treat, no side effects – Your review is spot on. This is best product in the world for hay fever. honestly, everybody should bite the bullet and try them... For 2 reasons. … Read more

1. As mentioned before.. They Do. WORK and

2. This will increase demand so that we don't have the problem of trying to locate more each time the dread pollen, dust, grasses etc get air borne

Note: the last place I purchased them was at Woolworths, that's right you DONT get them from the chemist

Amanda D.VIC2 posts
 

My go to for cold and flu symptoms. Really helps the symptoms. Show details

Curry
 

Great for flu season ! – I use the Euky inhalant in my vspouriser and it works wonders during flu season . When my kids have runny noses or chesty coughs, I use it in their… Read more

rooms and it really helps relieve symptoms and relax my kids and they get a better nights sleep. Its a must have

TracieQLD3 posts
 

Bisolvon Chesty Oral Liquid – I could not find this product, but this is the closest to the product I could find. I'm very annoyed! The dosage is 10-20ml and the cup provided is maximum 5ml. I mean really????? I will never buy this product again. Show details

EASEaCOLD Cold & Flu

EASEaCOLD Cold & Flu

2.3 Summary
AthanboySA3 posts
 

I tried ease a cold for the first time from the very early stages of catching a cold and thought it was working after the couple days, but then my… Read more

cold got much worse where the product had no impact on relieving any of the symptoms. The blister packing is also poor where it's not clear on the time line on when and how many capsules to take. This product is not for me. P

CarolynSouth Australia4 posts
 

Amazing – This mixture always helps me and my family. We take it at the first sign of a cough and it always provides immediate improvement as well as shortening the duration of a cold. Show details

josephQLD
 

Terrible make me feel dried up and makes my brain feel funny. Night time ones also give me terrible sleeps so drowzy but just keep having micro sleeps and waking up again. Do not recommend. I have had homebrand ones that are cheaper and much better. Show details

Scott BNSW35 posts
 

I bought these 2 years ago, to prepare myself for the cold and flu season, I was lucky enough I did not catch a cold last but this year I did, they… Read more

had plenty of use by date and expired in Sep 2025. I don’t know what they are doing with cold and flu tablets but they don’t work like they used to. I requested the pseudoephedrine brand as the other chemical compound does absolutely nothing for me and to my disappointment it did not work for my aches and pains, cough or runny nose. I woke continuously throughout the night, could not sleep and I did nothing but toss and turn. I assumed the night time tablets were meant to calm and relax the body for a good nights sleep like they used to, they do the exact opposite, I was so wired it kept me awake all night, waking up every hour or so, it finally began to wear off at about 9 or 10 the next morning. Never again. Gone are the days you took cold & flu tablets to soothe and ease discomfort. I have had better luck with Panadol and Nurofen than I did with these. Never did I think it would’ve been the worst nights sleep ever. Codral are not a brand I would ever use again. Check out other brands before you decide to go with codral day & night.

Christopher P.
 

It actually works – Tried everything over the years. This is by far the best and it's the only one I use now. Tastes ok and the kids agree. Don't waste your money on other products Show details

Vicks VapoRub

Vicks VapoRub

1.6 Summary
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Donna S.
 

I loved the old Vicks smell. The new one has a floral element which triggers my allergies. Please make the original product available!! Show details

Bernard
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Not the good oil – Very disappointed in this oil. It smells more kerosene like than eucalyptus. No therapeutic value to be had. Show details

Bosisto's
Bosisto's    

Hi Bernard. So sorry to hear about your experience with… Read more

Conned
 

Used to buy it but change to formulae has lost my support – Used to buy it but with formulae change the product is not for me.why do companies have to alter formulae when you think you are buying the same next time you feel deceived.  Show details

Codral Day & Night

Codral Day & Night

1.5 Summary
Bec13 posts
 

The daytime nasal decongestant in these capsules is completely and utterly useless. No noticeable difference whatsoever. The night time capsules… Read more

seem to work well, and if that's all I'd paid for, this would be a 5 star review. I would have been better off just buying the night time version and taking panadol during the day.

brian3,658 posts
 

about average – I bought one of these packs from the guardian chemist in stockland corrimal back in 2001 after the lady there recommended them and found them great though that was after the doctor said my flu had settled down  Show details

Codral Cold & Flu

Codral Cold & Flu

1.4 Summary
cikoepWA
 

Effective tablets against flu. However you have to take two tablets for effective solution against flu. Price also reasonable. Only $8 for 10 tablets. HIghly recommended. 4/5.

MattVIC
 

DID ABSOLUTELY NOTHING. THANK YOU FOR NOTHING. DO NOT BUY!!!!!!!! Show details

Cenovis Garlic

Cenovis Garlic

3.1 Summary
QuinnVIC39 posts
 

Cenovis products are not stored properly – I bought these pills but it will be the last time. cenovis sell off pills because they are not stored properly. Either contaminated or not stored… Read more

properly. Cenovis have very poor customer service. They ask for your details then they don't reply further. The phone no. Dosn't conect to anything out of date lazy company.

cem y.VIC5 posts
 

Rubbish not working don't buy, west of time and money Show details

Left Of Centre297 posts
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Extremely Helpful – The universe recently gifted me with the RSV Virus,it arrived with a bang and I went down hard. The first week was crazy,I don’t remember ever being… Read more

that sick. The cough was a choker and being full of phlegm did not help my situation. I bought Bisolvon Chesty Forte Double Strength on the recommendation of my doctor. I have never been able to effectively cough up phlegm.Bisolvon thins and loosens the mucus,clearing it from my chest and relieving the incredible congestion. My doctor said to make sure whatever I bought contained Bromhexine..but he recommended Bisolvon…It started making a big difference within two doses. I paid $17.99 for 200ml. It is sugar free..alcohol free..colour free..gluten free..lactose free. It is chocolate cherry flavoured making it pleasant to taste. I have not experienced any side effects. I bought it from the Wholelife Pharmacy at Redland Bay Qld. Getting sick can be expensive but this product is worth ever cent.

Left Of Centre297 posts
 

I don’t do winter without these – This product is absolute Gold.I am never without them.If I feel like I have a cold coming on I will take three before bed,I wake without symptons… Read more

every time.

During winter I take three a day as a maintenance dose…but…it’s winter and if a cold catches me on the hop I take the recommended 3 three times a day, that reduces severity of symptons dramatically.

They are $19.99 for 60 tablets,they are value for money..the tablets are small and easy to swallow.In all the years I have been taking them I have never had any problems..A Fabulous Product.