When it is that time of year and you have a stuffy nose that won’t clear up, over the counter medications at your pharmacy can help. Today I’m going to talk about phenylephrine, also known as Sudafed PE.
You when it is that time of year and you have a stuffy nose that won’t clear up over-the-counter medications at your pharmacy can help my name is brook becker and i’m a student at uams college of pharmacy today i’m going to talk about phenylephrine also known as sudafed pe phenylephrine sold under the name brand sudafed pe and sudo just pe is a nasal decongestant
Used to treat nasal congestion caused by a cold infection or allergies it is included in many combination otc medications for cold flu and congestion adults should take one tablet of phenylephrine every four hours as needed do not date more than six tablets in one day and do not take for more than seven days children younger than 12 take a smaller dose based on
Age talk to your doctor or pharmacist before giving phenylephrine to a child like all otc medications follow the instructions on the package unless instructed otherwise by your doctor common side effects of phenylephrine include anxiety dizziness restlessness difficulty sleeping or an upset stomach take this medicine with food if you have an upset stomach tell
Your doctor if you experience signs of high blood pressure including bad headache dizziness or passing out other symptoms to tell your doctor about include chest pain fast heartbeat nervousness or shakiness if you have high blood pressure tyroid problems take medicine for mood or are pregnant or breastfeeding be sure to talk to your doctor pharmacist before taking
Phenylephrine do not take this medication if you are allergic to phenylephrine or any related drug including pseudoephedrine if you are 65 years or older check with your doctor or pharmacist before use as you could be more predisposed to the adverse effects of phenylephrine phenylephrine or sudafed pe is a nasal decongestant you can take first stuffy nose there are
Other medications available to help when you have a cold allergies or sinus infection your pharmacist will be able to help you choose the best over-the-counter option for you you this information is provided for public education purposes only and is not intended to substitute for a manufacturer’s directions or consultation with a licensed pharmacist or healthcare
Professional all medication including those available over-the-counter can be harmful if not used as directed in taking more than one medication could result in harmful drug interactions please consult a licensed pharmacist or healthcare professional before taking any medication or changing and already approved or prescribed medication plan
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OTC: Phenylephrine By RxLearn
