We're sorry you're experiencing coughing while using the product. Please know that every ingredient, as well as the complete formula, is fully evaluated against the highest safety standard using the latest scientific approach for consumer safety. Although this is not a health concern, some consumers may experience a temporary tickle in their nose or throat when spraying Dawn Dish Spray. To avoid this occurring, use the product in a well-ventilated area and spray the product away from your face. It may also help to hold dishes at arm’s length to increase the distance between the spray and the nose and mouth. If you feel discomfort with the scent of the product, we recommend ventilating the room while using the product and/or discontinuing use. We’d like to learn more about your experience to further help with this. Please give our Dawn Team a call at 1-800-725-3296 from 9AM -- 6PM EST Monday–Friday.

We're sorry a loyal Dawn fan like you is having this experience, since our Dawn Platinum Powerwash Dish Spray is designed to deliver rapid cleaning power. To achieve best results, we suggest making sure you're scraping all chunks of food and grease from cookware before applying the spray. As well, only add water during rinsing. If water is added earlier, it'll dilute the cleaning power of the product. If you're washing heavily soiled dishes, we recommend letting the spray foam suds sit for 3-4 minutes, then wipe and rinse. We hope this helps! Your satisfaction means everything to us, so we'd be happy to look into this further for you. When you have chance, please give us a call at (800) 725-3296.