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5 Best Cold Flus of 2026

Last Updated - 03/04/2026

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Best Choice

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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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Main highlights
- 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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11% Off

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Vicks
11% Off

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

Vicks

£5.35

£6.00
(11% Off)

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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
£5.35
£6.00 (11% Off)
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32% Off

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Sudafed
32% Off

Sudafed Mucus Relief Triple Action Cold & Flu Tablets (Pack of 16), Helps Fight Cold and Flu and Unblocks The Nose, Reduces Mucus, Works in 15 Minutes

Sudafed

£3.99

£5.85
(32% Off)

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Main highlights
- The tablets contain three active ingredients to fight the battle against cold and flu on a number of fronts: Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine and Paracetamol to help relieve the symptoms associated with colds and flu
- Suitable for adults and children aged 12 and over
- Sudafed Mucus Relief Triple Action Cold & Flu tablets. Always read the label
- Sudafed Mucus Relief Triple Action Cold & Flu tablets help to fight major cold & flu symptoms by soothing aches, pains and headaches and helping clear blocked noses.
- Phenylephrine action: eases swelling in the nasal passages, helps make it easier to breathe through your nose freely without a stuffy, congested feeling
- Paracetamol Action: tackles pain and help bring down your temperature
- Guaifenesin action: helps to loosen the mucus in your chest
£3.99
£5.85 (32% Off)
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Best Value
39% Off

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Sudafed
39% Off

Sudafed Mucus Relief Triple Action Cold & Flu Tablets (Pack of 16), Helps Fight Cold and Flu and Unblocks The Nose, Reduces Mucus, Works in 15 Minutes

Sudafed

£3.59

£5.85
(39% Off)

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Main highlights
- The tablets contain three active ingredients to fight the battle against cold and flu on a number of fronts: Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine and Paracetamol to help relieve the symptoms associated with colds and flu
- Suitable for adults and children aged 12 and over
- Sudafed Mucus Relief Triple Action Cold & Flu tablets. Always read the label
- Sudafed Mucus Relief Triple Action Cold & Flu tablets help to fight major cold & flu symptoms by soothing aches, pains and headaches and helping clear blocked noses.
- Phenylephrine action: eases swelling in the nasal passages, helps make it easier to breathe through your nose freely without a stuffy, congested feeling
- Paracetamol Action: tackles pain and help bring down your temperature
- Guaifenesin action: helps to loosen the mucus in your chest
£3.59
£5.85 (39% 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

£4.29

£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)

5 Best Cold Flus of 2026

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

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

Sudafed Mucus Relief Triple Action Cold & Flu Tablets (Pack of 16), Helps Fight Cold and Flu and Unblocks The Nose, Reduces Mucus, Works in 15 Minutes

Sudafed Mucus Relief Triple Action Cold & Flu Tablets (Pack of 16), Helps Fight Cold and Flu and Unblocks The Nose, Reduces Mucus, Works in 15 Minutes

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

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