The glycerol and sugar mixture in the BENYLIN® Children’s Dry Cough and Sore Throat Syrup help soothe inflamed areas of your little one’s throat. BENYLIN® Children’s Dry Cough and Sore Throat Syrup is: Suitable for children aged 1 year and over Suitable for day and night use Non-drowsy Blackcurrant flavoured Provides immediate soothing relief. How BENYLIN® Children’s Dry Cough & Sore Throat Syrup works: Our sore throat syrup for children helps soothe inflamed areas of your little one’s throat caused by a dry cough It contains glycerol, which is a thick substance that works by forming a soothing film in the throat, helping to ease sore throats that can come with colds.