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# **chewable cough medicine for kids**

**Worth a look****60/100 **

chewable cough medicine for kids shows low returns (0.1%), but strong incumbent ratings (4.7★) keeps it on the watch list.

**Market/yr**

**$574K**

**Growth (1y)**

**+198.8%**

**Products**

**53**

**Brands**

**22**

was 32 a year ago

**Sellers**

**663**

**Price range**

**$3.84–$33.77**

**Returns**

**0.1%**

**Rating**

**4.7★**

**Worth a look**

Scored 60/100 across market size, growth, competition, quality gap, and returns.

Market sizeGrowthCompetitionQuality gapReturns

Market size

**26**

 ×0.30

Growth

**77**

 ×0.30

Competition

**84**

 ×0.20

Quality gap

**20**

 ×0.10

Returns

**99**

 ×0.10

## **Demand**

Weekly Amazon search volume, last 104 weeks — +198.8% year over year.

36K18KSpike '24Holiday '24Spike '25Black Friday '25Spike '26Jul '24Nov '24Mar '25Jun '25Oct '25Feb '26

## **Seasonality**

Monthly demand index across the year — 1.00 is average.

JFMAMJJASOND

Peak months: Jan, Feb, Oct, Nov, Dec · busiest ÷ quietest = 5.0×

## **Competition**

- Vicks40% - Tylenol12% - Piuess6% - Motrin6% - Mucinex5% - Hyland's5% - Other (16 brands)27%

Clicks spread well past the top 5 (31% combined) — an open shelf where new products get seen. 22 brands and 663 sellers compete here.

**Brands**

**22 **▼falling

was 32 a year ago

**Sellers**

**663**

**Top 5 brand share**

**68%**

#ProductBrandPriceRatingReviewsClick shareTrend

1
![Vicks Childrens VapoRub Topical Cough Suppressant and Analgesic Relieves Coughs and Minor Aches and Pains Clinically Proven Starts Working in Minutes for Fast Relief For Children Ages 2+ 1.76oz](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51WuSEsUIfL.jpg) [**Vicks Childrens VapoRub Topical Cough Suppressant and Analgesic Relieves Coughs and Minor Aches and Pains Clinically Proven Starts Working in Minutes for Fast Relief For Children Ages 2+ 1.76oz**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0732VM8SB)

Vicks$6.534.8★4,81410%▼falling

2
![Vicks Kids Dayquil & Nyquil Berry Cold & Cough Medicine Co-Pack Daytime & Nighttime Relief of Multiple Symptoms Great-Tasting Berry Flavor Free of Alcohol & Acetaminophen for Ages 6+ 2X8Oz](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51AbDQWmHKL.jpg) [**Vicks Kids Dayquil & Nyquil Berry Cold & Cough Medicine Co-Pack Daytime & Nighttime Relief of Multiple Symptoms Great-Tasting Berry Flavor Free of Alcohol & Acetaminophen for Ages 6+ 2X8Oz**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C6WDB1H5)

Piuess$17.274.8★1,2546%▼falling

3
![VICKS DayQuil and NyQuil Kids Grape Cold & Cough + Fever Multi-Symptom Relief Liquid Co-Pack Specially Formulated for Kids Ages 6+ 2x8 OZ](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41n3w6cFNTL.jpg) [**VICKS DayQuil and NyQuil Kids Grape Cold & Cough + Fever Multi-Symptom Relief Liquid Co-Pack Specially Formulated for Kids Ages 6+ 2x8 OZ**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F1WBHLQS)

Vicks$20.884.7★2896%▲rising

4
![Vicks Childrens VapoPatch Wearable Mess-Free Aroma Patch Soothing & Comforting Non-Medicated Vicks Vapors For Children Ages 6+ 5ct - Pack of 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51xTse+7IRL.jpg) [**Vicks Childrens VapoPatch Wearable Mess-Free Aroma Patch Soothing & Comforting Non-Medicated Vicks Vapors For Children Ages 6+ 5ct - Pack of 2**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q2QQ2PL)

Vicks$18.704.7★2,8845%▼falling

5
![Vicks VapoStick Kids Solid Balm No Mess for Kids Ages 4+ Soothing Non-Medicated Vicks Vapors Easy-to-Use No-Touch Applicator Lightweight Feel 1.25oz x 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51yKVL19kqL.jpg) [**Vicks VapoStick Kids Solid Balm No Mess for Kids Ages 4+ Soothing Non-Medicated Vicks Vapors Easy-to-Use No-Touch Applicator Lightweight Feel 1.25oz x 2**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHF4NX3B)

Vicks$18.804.7★6365%▲rising

6
![Childrens Motrin Liquid Dye-Free and Alcohol-Free NSAID 100 Mg Ibuprofen Oral Suspension Fever Reducer Pain Reliever Trusted Brand for Families Berry Flavor 8 Fluid Ounces](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51gsJB-CYZL.jpg) [**Childrens Motrin Liquid Dye-Free and Alcohol-Free NSAID 100 Mg Ibuprofen Oral Suspension Fever Reducer Pain Reliever Trusted Brand for Families Berry Flavor 8 Fluid Ounces**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09S3YKW1M)

Motrin$11.314.9★5,4684%—flat

7
![Childrens Tylenol Chewables with 160 mg Acetaminophen Pain Reliever & Fever Reducer for Kids Cold + Flu Symptoms Headache Sore Throat & Toothache Aspirin-Free Grape Flavor 24 ct](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41TFFMGac2L.jpg) [**Childrens Tylenol Chewables with 160 mg Acetaminophen Pain Reliever & Fever Reducer for Kids Cold + Flu Symptoms Headache Sore Throat & Toothache Aspirin-Free Grape Flavor 24 ct**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M09CQYM)

Tylenol$7.734.8★6,7293%—flat

8
![Childrens Dimetapp Cold & Cough Value Pack Antihistamine Kids Cough Medicine Grape Flavor (2) 4 Oz Bottles Packaging May Vary.](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51mKIZIHEjL.jpg) [**Childrens Dimetapp Cold & Cough Value Pack Antihistamine Kids Cough Medicine Grape Flavor (2) 4 Oz Bottles Packaging May Vary.**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KUJEWBS)

Dimetapp$10.134.8★9323%▲rising

9
![Mucinex Cold & Cough Childrens Multi-Symptom Day/Night Liquid Very Berry 8oz (2x4oz) Relieves Nasal & Chest Congestion Thins & Loosens Mucus Controls Cough Reduces Fever Soothes Sore Throat](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51QY4T5ITPL.jpg) [**Mucinex Cold & Cough Childrens Multi-Symptom Day/Night Liquid Very Berry 8oz (2x4oz) Relieves Nasal & Chest Congestion Thins & Loosens Mucus Controls Cough Reduces Fever Soothes Sore Throat**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K3EM2AE)

Mucinex$16.384.8★7,5133%▼falling

10

![Hylands Kids Cough Syrup and Mucus Relief Daytime and Nighttime Combo Pack Kids Medicine for Ages 2-12 Grape Flavor Promotes Sleep Cough Runny Nose Mucus and Congestion 8 Ounces](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41bPCJJSqFL.jpg) [**Hylands Kids Cough Syrup and Mucus Relief Daytime and Nighttime Combo Pack Kids Medicine for Ages 2-12 Grape Flavor Promotes Sleep Cough Runny Nose Mucus and Congestion 8 Ounces**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B381T41P)

Hyland's$12.034.8★2,4363%—flat

11

![Vicks Childrens NyQuil Cold & Cough Medicine for Sneezing Runny Nose and Cough Relief Free of Alcohol and Acetaminophen Berry Flavor For Children Ages 6+ 8 FL OZ](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41M10QgIW1L.jpg) [**Vicks Childrens NyQuil Cold & Cough Medicine for Sneezing Runny Nose and Cough Relief Free of Alcohol and Acetaminophen Berry Flavor For Children Ages 6+ 8 FL OZ**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005JRGPBC)

Vicks$10.344.7★8913%▲rising

12

![Vicks BabyRub Chest Rub Ointment with Soothing Aloe Eucalyptus Lavender and Rosemary from the makers of VapoRub 1.76 oz](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/511-G9JtSCL.jpg) [**Vicks BabyRub Chest Rub Ointment with Soothing Aloe Eucalyptus Lavender and Rosemary from the makers of VapoRub 1.76 oz**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IQCBJWG)

Vicks$6.754.8★3,6182%▼falling

13

![Amazon Basic Care Childrens Acetaminophen 160 mg per 5 mL Oral Suspension Grape Flavor Pain Reliever and Fever Reducer 4 fl oz](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41jAWvzvSQL.jpg) [**Amazon Basic Care Childrens Acetaminophen 160 mg per 5 mL Oral Suspension Grape Flavor Pain Reliever and Fever Reducer 4 fl oz**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074F19X93)

Amazon Basic Care$3.844.9★6,7072%▲rising

14

![Hylands Kids Cold and Cough Day and Night Combo Pack Cold Medicine for Ages 2 and up Syrup Cough Medicine for Kids Nasal Decongestant 4 Fl Oz (Pack of 2)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41CfAC-pHlL.jpg) [**Hylands Kids Cold and Cough Day and Night Combo Pack Cold Medicine for Ages 2 and up Syrup Cough Medicine for Kids Nasal Decongestant 4 Fl Oz (Pack of 2)**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L3LAK7S)

Hyland's$12.194.7★8,3782%—flat

15

![Vicks VapoPatch Wearable Mess-Free Aroma Patch Soothing & Comforting Non-Medicated Vicks Vapors For Adults & Children Ages 6+ 5ct (2 pack)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51cKHDfaChL.jpg) [**Vicks VapoPatch Wearable Mess-Free Aroma Patch Soothing & Comforting Non-Medicated Vicks Vapors For Adults & Children Ages 6+ 5ct (2 pack)**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RJFPFRP)

Vicks$18.224.4★5,0352%—flat

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## **Product shelf**

All 53 tracked products in this niche.

Top sellersNewestTrending

[![Vicks Childrens VapoRub Topical Cough Suppressant and Analgesic Relieves Coughs and Minor Aches and Pains Clinically Proven Starts Working in Minutes for Fast Relief For Children Ages 2+ 1.76oz](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51WuSEsUIfL.jpg)**Vicks Childrens VapoRub Topical Cough Suppressant and Analgesic Relieves Coughs and Minor Aches and Pains Clinically Proven Starts Working in Minutes for Fast Relief For Children Ages 2+ 1.76oz** Vicks**$6.53**4.8★4,814 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0732VM8SB) [![Vicks Kids Dayquil & Nyquil Berry Cold & Cough Medicine Co-Pack Daytime & Nighttime Relief of Multiple Symptoms Great-Tasting Berry Flavor Free of Alcohol & Acetaminophen for Ages 6+ 2X8Oz](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51AbDQWmHKL.jpg)**Vicks Kids Dayquil & Nyquil Berry Cold & Cough Medicine Co-Pack Daytime & Nighttime Relief of Multiple Symptoms Great-Tasting Berry Flavor Free of Alcohol & Acetaminophen for Ages 6+ 2X8Oz** Piuess**$17.27**4.8★1,254 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C6WDB1H5) [![VICKS DayQuil and NyQuil Kids Grape Cold & Cough + Fever Multi-Symptom Relief Liquid Co-Pack Specially Formulated for Kids Ages 6+ 2x8 OZ](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41n3w6cFNTL.jpg)**VICKS DayQuil and NyQuil Kids Grape Cold & Cough + Fever Multi-Symptom Relief Liquid Co-Pack Specially Formulated for Kids Ages 6+ 2x8 OZ** Vicks**$20.88**4.7★289 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F1WBHLQS) [![Vicks Childrens VapoPatch Wearable Mess-Free Aroma Patch Soothing & Comforting Non-Medicated Vicks Vapors For Children Ages 6+ 5ct - Pack of 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51xTse+7IRL.jpg)**Vicks Childrens VapoPatch Wearable Mess-Free Aroma Patch Soothing & Comforting Non-Medicated Vicks Vapors For Children Ages 6+ 5ct - Pack of 2** Vicks**$18.70**4.7★2,884 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q2QQ2PL) [![Vicks VapoStick Kids Solid Balm No Mess for Kids Ages 4+ Soothing Non-Medicated Vicks Vapors Easy-to-Use No-Touch Applicator Lightweight Feel 1.25oz x 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51yKVL19kqL.jpg)**Vicks VapoStick Kids Solid Balm No Mess for Kids Ages 4+ Soothing Non-Medicated Vicks Vapors Easy-to-Use No-Touch Applicator Lightweight Feel 1.25oz x 2** Vicks**$18.80**4.7★636 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHF4NX3B) [![Childrens Motrin Liquid Dye-Free and Alcohol-Free NSAID 100 Mg Ibuprofen Oral Suspension Fever Reducer Pain Reliever Trusted Brand for Families Berry Flavor 8 Fluid Ounces](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51gsJB-CYZL.jpg)**Childrens Motrin Liquid Dye-Free and Alcohol-Free NSAID 100 Mg Ibuprofen Oral Suspension Fever Reducer Pain Reliever Trusted Brand for Families Berry Flavor 8 Fluid Ounces** Motrin**$11.31**4.9★5,468 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09S3YKW1M) [![Childrens Tylenol Chewables with 160 mg Acetaminophen Pain Reliever & Fever Reducer for Kids Cold + Flu Symptoms Headache Sore Throat & Toothache Aspirin-Free Grape Flavor 24 ct](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41TFFMGac2L.jpg)**Childrens Tylenol Chewables with 160 mg Acetaminophen Pain Reliever & Fever Reducer for Kids Cold + Flu Symptoms Headache Sore Throat & Toothache Aspirin-Free Grape Flavor 24 ct** Tylenol**$7.73**4.8★6,729 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M09CQYM) [![Childrens Dimetapp Cold & Cough Value Pack Antihistamine Kids Cough Medicine Grape Flavor (2) 4 Oz Bottles Packaging May Vary.](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51mKIZIHEjL.jpg)**Childrens Dimetapp Cold & Cough Value Pack Antihistamine Kids Cough Medicine Grape Flavor (2) 4 Oz Bottles Packaging May Vary.** Dimetapp**$10.13**4.8★932 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KUJEWBS)

## **Reviews**

What buyers praise and complain about, mined from review topics.

### **What buyers love **

**Ease Of Use**12%

*“Easy to hold”*

**Quality-Overall**8%

*“Excellent Product”*

**Taste-Overall**7%

*“taste natural”*

**Value For Money**7%

*“fair price”*

**Cough Relief**6%

*“Works well on coughs”*

**Efficiency**6%

*“Works Well”*

**Advertised Vs Actual Product**4%

*“Exactly as pictured”*

**Flavor**3%

*“My kid loves the grape flavor”*

**Cold Relief**3%

*“does help with colds”*

**Smell**3%

*“calming scent”*

### **What buyers complain about **

**Taste-Overall**12%

*“Didnt like the taste”*

**Functionality-Overall**7%

*“Not effective”*

**Value For Money**7%

*“Too costly”*

**Smell**6%

*“Smells Awful”*

**Durability**4%

*“Broke after one use”*

**Cough Relief**4%

*“were coughing so much”*

**Adhesion/Stickiness**3%

*“Adhesive is poor”*

**Flavor**3%

*“artificial flavor in it”*

**Allergies**3%

*“If anything, it made it all itch more”*

**Size-Overall**3%

*“Its a small bottle”*

#### **Top return reasons**- Functionality-Overall17% - Smell12% - Product Condition10% - Advertised Vs Actual Product9% - Value For Money7% - Age Suitability7% - Size-Overall5% - Motor Power4% - Adhesion/Stickiness3% - Heating3%