Phenylephrine

• The FDA wants these cold medicines off the shelves. Should Canada follow?

  The FDA has proposed removing phenylephrine, a common ingredient in decongestants, due to its ineffectiveness, which may prompt Canada to review its approval of the drug.

  Health

  Nov 14, 2024
  
• Should Canadians still use nasal decongestants? What we know after FDA panel ruling

  The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ruled Tuesday that a key drug in popular decongestants is ineffective, which one Canadian group of doctors has known for years.

  Canada

  Sep 13, 2023
  
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• Nasal decongestant used by millions ‘doesn’t work,’ U.S. FDA advisors say

  Advisors to the FDA voted unanimously on Tuesday against the effectiveness of the key drug found in popular versions of Sudafed, Allegra and other medications.

  Health

  Sep 12, 2023