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5 Best Cold Flus of 2026

Last Updated - 25/03/2026

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Vicks

Vicks VapoRub's with Easy Application, Twist and Apply On Chest for 4 Cold Symptom Relief

Vicks

£5.95

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- VICKS VAPORUB FORMULA, WITH EASY APPLICATION: Vicks Vaporub iconic formula with Menthol and Eucalyptus oil in an easy applicator to help you sleep like a baby
- TWIST, APPLY AND RELIEVE: Experience fast relief from cold symptoms with the convenient new format, ensuring prolonged vapour release up to 8 hours
- TWIST AND APPLY FOR COLD RELIEF: Vicks VapoRub's with a twist enables easy application to relieve Blocked Nose, Cough due to cold, Congestion, and Sore Throat*
- EASY APPLICATION FOR ALL: Vicks VapoRub easy application can be used for topical use in children over 2 years old
£5.95
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Nurofen

Nurofen Day & Night Cold & Flu Relief 200mg/5mg Tablets Ibuprofen, Pack Of 16

Nurofen

£5.49

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- Up to 8 hours relief/lasts up to 8 hours** refers to ibuprofen
- Suitable for adults, the elderly and children over 12 years
- Relieve cold and flu symptoms
- Nurofen Day and Night Cold and Flu Relief 200 mg/5 mg Tablets; contains ibuprofen and phenylephrine hydrochloride; for cold and flu relief; always read the label-UK/N/1218/0139
- Dual action formula works with your body to relieve aches and pains and help clear nasal congestion
£5.49
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Lemsip

Lemsip Max Cold and Flu, Lemon, 10 Sachets, Paracetamol, Headache Relief, Sore Throat Relief, Nasal Congestion Relief, Max Strength, Fast-Acting, Medication

Lemsip

£4.29

£4.40
(3% Off)

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- Sachets
- SOOTHING HOT DRINK – Creates a soothing, warming beverage that helps relieve symptoms and keeps you hydrated.
- Reliefs of colds and flu
- MAXIMUM STRENGTH FORMULA TO RELIEVE 7 SYMPTOMS - body aches & pains, reduces fever, runny nose, blocked nose, headache, sore throat.
- For fever, headaches, body aches, blocked nose and sore throat
- CONVENIENT 10-SACHET PACK – Perfect to keep handy in your cupboard, office, or travel bag whenever cold or flu strikes.
- CONTAINS PARACETAMOL AND PHENYLEPHRINE – Reduces pain and fever while clearing nasal congestion and sinus pressure.
- BRITAIN'S MOST LOVED COLD & FLU BRAND*– Part of the Lemsip range known and relied upon by families for effective relief from coughs, colds and flu symptoms.
- *Based on Nielsen sales data W.E. 14.06.25. Always read the label. For verification, Please email verify.uk@reckitt.com RT-M-tfaSTW
£4.29
£4.40 (3% Off)
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Lemsip

Lemsip Max Cold and Flu, Lemon, 10 Sachets, Paracetamol, Headache Relief, Sore Throat Relief, Nasal Congestion Relief, Max Strength, Fast-Acting, Medication

Lemsip

£4.08

£4.40
(7% Off)

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- Sachets
- SOOTHING HOT DRINK – Creates a soothing, warming beverage that helps relieve symptoms and keeps you hydrated.
- Reliefs of colds and flu
- MAXIMUM STRENGTH FORMULA TO RELIEVE 7 SYMPTOMS - body aches & pains, reduces fever, runny nose, blocked nose, headache, sore throat.
- For fever, headaches, body aches, blocked nose and sore throat
- CONVENIENT 10-SACHET PACK – Perfect to keep handy in your cupboard, office, or travel bag whenever cold or flu strikes.
- CONTAINS PARACETAMOL AND PHENYLEPHRINE – Reduces pain and fever while clearing nasal congestion and sinus pressure.
- BRITAIN'S MOST LOVED COLD & FLU BRAND*– Part of the Lemsip range known and relied upon by families for effective relief from coughs, colds and flu symptoms.
- *Based on Nielsen sales data W.E. 14.06.25. Always read the label. For verification, Please email verify.uk@reckitt.com RT-M-tfaSTW
£4.08
£4.40 (7% Off)
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Benylin
15% Off

Benylin Cold & Flu Max Strength Capsules, 16 each

Benylin

£4.49

£5.29
(15% Off)

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- Used in fever, sore throat, blocked nose, aches and pains, headache
- Take Control Of r Cold Symptoms - The Max Strength cold and flu capsules contain paracetamol which helps bring down a fever, reduce aches and pains and headaches
- Paracetamol, caffeine and phenylephrine
- Over 50 Years Cough Experience - Benylin is currently the number one selling UK cough brand*
- Help relieve the symptoms of colds and flu
- Get r Life Back When A Cold Strikes - Benylin Max Strength cold capsules contain caffeine which helps with fatigue and drowsiness to help get going with r day
- Don't Let r Cold Symptoms Hold Back - Benylin Max Strength cold and flu medicine contains an analgesic and decongestant which helps relieve cold and flu symptoms
- Don't Let A Cold Put r Life On Hold - Our Cold and Flu Max Strength cold remedy provides cold treatment. The capsules contain phenylephrine, which helps reduce swelling in the passages of the nose, offering congestion relief so can breathe more easily
- Benylin Cold and Flu Max Strength Capsules. Always Read The Label,*Source 2019 Nielsen data, Value, Units, Cough, (client defined) 52 w/e 16.11.19 (GB Total Coverage)
£4.49
£5.29 (15% Off)

5 Best Cold Flus of 2026

Vicks VapoRub's with Easy Application, Twist and Apply On Chest for 4 Cold Symptom Relief

Nurofen Day & Night Cold & Flu Relief 200mg/5mg Tablets Ibuprofen, Pack Of 16

Lemsip Max Cold and Flu, Lemon, 10 Sachets, Paracetamol, Headache Relief, Sore Throat Relief, Nasal Congestion Relief, Max Strength, Fast-Acting, Medication

Lemsip Max Cold and Flu, Lemon, 10 Sachets, Paracetamol, Headache Relief, Sore Throat Relief, Nasal Congestion Relief, Max Strength, Fast-Acting, Medication

Benylin Cold & Flu Max Strength Capsules, 16 each

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