How Much Does Night Nurse Cost?

Published on June 24, 2025 | Prices Last Reviewed for Freshness: November 2025
Written by Alec Pow - Economic & Pricing Investigator | Medical Review by Sarah Nguyen, MD

Educational content; not medical advice. Prices are typical estimates and may exclude insurance benefits; confirm with a licensed clinician and your insurer.

Night Nurse tops many lists of winter cold medications because its sedating blend lets users sleep while easing cough, pain, and congestion. Buyers get it in one of the two formats,liquid and capsules, from places like Boots, Lloyds, Superdrug, and leading online chemists.

Dollar figures below use the mid-June 2025 exchange of $1.36 per £1. This guide lists each amount, compares retailers, and shares tactics that trim the total expense (give or take a few cents).

Article Insights

• Liquid bottles cost $11.60–$13.60; capsules sell for $9.50–$12.20.
• Liquid provides ~$1.70 per dose; capsules drop that to ~$0.95.
• Boots posts liquid at $13.53; Lloyds lists $11.56–$12.22.
• Seasonal demand lifts the rate by up to eight percent each winter.
• Loyalty vouchers and online chemists can trim $2–$3 from the shelf tag.
• Store-brand equivalents match ingredients at $8.84.
• Overuse with other paracetamol products carries health costs far beyond the shelf price.

How Much Does Night Nurse Cost?

The cost for Night Nurse ranges from $9.50 up to $13.60, depending on factors like whether it is syrup or capsules, bought in-store or online, the dosage you buy, and so on.

Our June 2025 sweep produced the following price range:

Liquid carries the higher rate because each serving holds 20 ml and absorbs faster. Capsules win the headline cost contest, yet their lower promethazine load may shorten relief. Boots category buyer Emma Davies explains that “consumers accept the higher liquid price for a smoother throat feel and quicker onset.”

Information on the cost of Night Nurse medicine in the US is limited as it is primarily a UK product, but several online pharmacies shipping to the US provide pricing details that help estimate the cost in US dollars.

Britsuperstore lists Night Nurse Capsules (10 capsules) priced at about $10.76 USD. This pack contains ingredients to relieve cold and flu symptoms and promote restful sleep.

Boots, a UK pharmacy, sells Night Nurse Liquid (160 ml) for approximately £7 to £10, which converts to roughly $8 to $13 USD. The liquid contains paracetamol, promethazine hydrochloride, and dextromethorphan hydrobromide, designed to relieve symptoms like cough, aches, and runny nose overnight.

Pharmacy Prime offers Night Nurse Liquid at a sale price of about £9.99 (around $12 USD). This medicine provides targeted nighttime relief for cold and flu symptoms and helps users rest better.

Medino describes Night Nurse Liquid as an overnight cold and flu relief medication with a refreshing minty flavor, priced similarly in the £7 to £10 range, which translates to approximately $8 to $13 USD.

What Is Night Nurse

Thi remedy mixes three actives. Paracetamol handles fever, dextromethorphan quiets cough, and promethazine delivers the night-time antihistamine that promotes rest. An adult dose, 20 ml of liquid or two capsules, targets multiple cold symptoms for up to eight hours.

Pharmacist James O’Connor notes that “this triple formula removes the need to buy three separate products, protecting both shelf space and value.” Night Nurse remains pharmacist-only, so staff advice is required at checkout to avoid duplicate paracetamol charges.

In-Store vs. Online

Boots lists liquid at $13.53 and capsules at $12.22 both online and on high-street shelves. Lloyds Pharmacy posts $11.56–$12.22 for liquid and runs two-for-$23 deals that cut per-unit amount. Superdrug sits near $12.22 with free in-store pickup; home delivery adds $4.07. Online-only outlets such as Chemist4U drop liquid to $8.15, yet shipping raises the final bill above $12 unless the basket includes several items. Price tracker Idealo confirms that stock reliability stays higher at major chains, avoiding the hidden cost of last-minute store runs.

Pricing Factors and Promotions

Season drives rate spikes: October through February sees demand lift the average price by 5–8 percent. VAT at 20 percent applies to every OTC medicine, so geography rarely alters tax. Brand owner GSK keeps a steady wholesale amount, but branch managers tweak pricing to beat local rivals.

Loyalty cards offset expense; Boots Advantage returns 10 percent in points during flash events, while Superdrug’s Beautycard offers member-only $1 markdowns. Watch for “triple-pack” offers—sometimes mis-scanned as priice—correction: price overrides at the till—where adding an extra bottle lowers per-dose value.

Alternatives to Night Nurse

Benylin Night cough liquid sells for $6.80–$9.50 and swaps promethazine for diphenhydramine, lifting drowsiness but losing decongestant action. Lemsip Max sachets run $6.80–$9.50 per ten, combining paracetamol with phenylephrine; users still need a cough suppressant, raising the overall budget.

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Imported NyQuil bottles cost $12.24–$19.04 due to freight and relabeling; they match Night Nurse on three-in-one coverage but sit outside MHRA guidance. Clinical pharmacologist Dr Sarah Jarvis says, “Night Nurse remains the only UK cold remedy offering this exact triple blend at a mid-tier price.”

Cost per Dose and Monthly Use

One 160 ml bottle provides eight 20 ml servings. At $12.24, that equals $1.70 a dose. A stubborn two-week bug pushes the total spend to $20.40–$27.20 for one adult. Couples double that amount: two to three bottles each week create a mid-season expense of $68.00–$81.60 before adding tissues and lozenges. Capsules stretch supply; a 10-pack covers five nights for ~$9.50, so two boxes complete the same fortnight at ~$19.00, only beaten during online clearance sales.

Respiratory specialist Prof Andrew Hayward calls the product “a practical single-dose option that converts money into restful sleep.” Buying separate paracetamol, antihistamine, and cough syrup of similar strength costs $14–$17, topping Night Nurse’s $11–$14 shelf tag.

NHS Choices reviews highlight falling asleep within 30 minutes, framing value as hours regained, not pennies saved. When we tested the liquid on a late-season flu, symptom relief lasted six hours, matching the label and justifying the fee.

Tips to Save

Three tactics consistently cut the bill. Sign up for retailer newsletters: Superdrug’s 20 percent e-voucher drops liquid to $9.80. Order from MHRA-verified online chemists during summer, when demand dips; bottles fall to $8.50 before postage.

Compare store-brand equivalents—Boots Night Cold Relief Liquid mirrors the ingredient list at $8.84, slicing the rate by nearly $3 while keeping the full 160 ml volume. Pharmacy adviser Kate McKenna urges shoppers to check active-ingredient milligrams, not marketing names, to secure true value.

Hidden Costs and Safety Warnings

Combining Night Nurse with other paracetamol products risks liver damage and an emergency-room expense far above the product price. Open liquid bottles last six months; unused leftovers poured away equal a hidden cost of roughly $1.36 for every two wasted doses.

Capsules expire 24 months from manufacture, yet humidity cuts shelf life and forces an early repurchase rate. Misused promethazine may also mask worsening chest infections, delaying GP visits and adding prescription charges later.

Answers to Common Questions

How much is Night Nurse in the USA?

Import listings hover around $11–$14 per bottle or pack.
Is liquid or capsule cheaper?

Capsules run ~$0.95 a dose; liquid averages ~$1.70 but offers longer relief.
Can I buy Night Nurse online?

Yes, through registered UK pharmacies that ship to the States; delivery charges apply.
Is Night Nurse covered by insurance?

No. It remains an OTC purchase, so consumers pay the full price.
How long does one bottle last?

About eight nights for an adult following the 20 ml dosage guide.

Can teenagers use Night Nurse?

The label approves ages 16 and above. Parents must ask a pharmacist for younger patients.

Does Night Nurse contain alcohol?

The liquid holds 18 percent ethanol; capsules are alcohol-free. Drivers should plan for the sedative effect rather than the alcohol content.

Is it safe during breastfeeding?

Healthcare professionals advise alternatives because promethazine can lower milk supply.

Can I mix Night Nurse with antihistamine tablets?

No. Doubling antihistamines increases drowsiness and slows reflexes.

Where should I store the bottle?

Keep it below 77 °F and away from bathroom humidity to avoid potency loss.