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health1 year ago

FDA Moves to Ban Ineffective Decongestant from Cold Medicines

The FDA has proposed removing oral phenylephrine, a common ingredient in over-the-counter cold and cough medicines, citing its ineffectiveness as a nasal decongestant. This proposal follows a unanimous vote by an expert panel against its efficacy. The FDA is seeking public comments on the proposal, and companies can continue selling products with oral phenylephrine for now. The Consumer Healthcare Products Association expressed disappointment with the FDA's decision, while companies like Procter & Gamble and GSK have yet to comment.

via New York Post |
#cold-medicines#decongestant#fda
health1 year ago

FDA Targets Ineffective Decongestant for Market Removal

The FDA is proposing to remove oral phenylephrine, a common ingredient in over-the-counter cold medicines, from the market due to its ineffectiveness as a nasal decongestant. This follows an advisory panel's conclusion that there is no scientific evidence supporting its efficacy. While phenylephrine is still effective in nasal sprays, its removal from oral medications like Tylenol Cold and Flu and Dayquil could lead to reformulations. The proposal is open for public comment, and the FDA assures that the decision is not based on safety concerns.

via The Hill|
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health1 year ago

"Pharmacist Unveils Over-the-Counter Cold Drug Causing Insomnia"

Pharmacist Dr. Ethan Melillo warns against taking cold medicine containing the decongestant pseudoephedrine before bed, as it can cause insomnia and jittery feelings due to its effect on brain cells. He recommends taking it at least two hours prior to bedtime and supplementing with a saline nasal spray. Another decongestant, phenylephrine, was ruled ineffective by the FDA for treating nasal congestion when taken orally, leading to products containing it being pulled from shelves by major pharmacies.

via Daily Mail|
#cold-medicine#decongestant#fda
health2 years ago

Effective Relief for the Common Cold: Exploring Alternatives to Ineffective Medicine

A panel of experts has determined that phenylephrine, a popular decongestant found in many cold and sinus remedies, is no better than a placebo at relieving congestion. While the decongestant is still available in Canadian and some U.S. pharmacies, it is expected to be phased out in Canada as well. Doctors recommend focusing on prevention by getting vaccinated and practicing good hygiene. Antibiotics are not effective against the common cold, and over-the-counter cold and cough medicines may not always provide relief. Home remedies like chicken soup, nasal rinses, and humidifiers can help alleviate symptoms. The effectiveness of vitamins and herbal remedies like vitamin C and zinc is conflicting, and it's important to differentiate between cold symptoms and those of other viruses like COVID-19 and RSV. Seek medical help if experiencing severe symptoms.

via CBC.ca|
#cold-treatment#decongestant#health
health2 years ago

CVS Removes Ineffective Cold Medicines from Shelves

CVS Health plans to remove a type of decongestant from its shelves after an advisory committee to the FDA deemed it ineffective. The decongestant, phenylephrine (PE), is found in several over-the-counter medications. The FDA committee unanimously voted that PE did not improve nasal congestion more than a placebo. CVS will remove products containing PE as the only active ingredient, while those with a combination of active ingredients will remain available. The FDA has not yet determined the safety and effectiveness of PE and CVS's move is voluntary. Other major pharmacy chains have not disclosed their plans regarding PE products.

via ABC News|
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health2 years ago

FDA Panel Concludes Decongestant in Cold Medicines is Ineffective

An advisory panel to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has unanimously agreed that phenylephrine, a common decongestant ingredient used in many over-the-counter cold medicines, is ineffective. This decision may lead to a ban on the ingredient, resulting in the removal of products containing it from store shelves. The panel reviewed existing studies and concluded that phenylephrine was no better than a placebo. If the FDA orders its removal, popular products like Tylenol, Mucinex, and Benadryl cold and flu remedies may become unavailable until companies reformulate them.

via The New York Times|
#cold-medicines#decongestant#fda
health2 years ago

FDA Advisors Confirm: Common Decongestant in Cold Medicines Ineffective

An advisory panel to the FDA has unanimously declared that the main ingredient, phenylephrine, found in many over-the-counter cold and allergy medications does not effectively relieve nasal congestion. This could potentially lead to the removal of phenylephrine from the market, forcing manufacturers to reformulate their products. The decision could impact companies like Procter & Gamble and Johnson & Johnson, as well as retail pharmacy chains. Researchers at the University of Florida petitioned the FDA to remove phenylephrine based on recent studies showing its ineffectiveness. FDA staff concluded that oral forms of phenylephrine do not work at standard or higher doses.

via CNBC|
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