FDA Rethinks Phenylephrine Cold Remedies Effectiveness

Regulators move to phase out oral phenylephrine, citing lack of effectiveness against nasal congestion.

Topline:

The FDA plans to phase out oral phenylephrine, a common ingredient in cold medicines, after concluding it is ineffective for nasal congestion relief.

Study Details:

Phenylephrine, found in popular over-the-counter medications like Sudafed PE and DayQuil, has been a go-to remedy for nasal congestion for years. However, concerns about its effectiven…