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Cough Syrup
Cough Syrup provides 500 kcal per 100 g, with 100 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 85% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Simple syrups category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 500 kcal | 268 +87% |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0.2 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.1 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 100 g | 64.9 +54% |
| Total sugars | 100 g | 54.1 +85% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 1.8 −100% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0.4 −100% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0.2 −100% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1178 Simple syrups products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other simple syrups
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Water, Natural Flavor, Citric Acid
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0897233709011
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cough Syrup?
Cough Syrup contains 500 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Cough Syrup?
Cough Syrup has 100 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Cough Syrup healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated February 6, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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