The FDA asked advisers to take another look at phenylephrine, which became the main drug in over-the-counter decongestants when medicines with an older ingredient were moved behind pharmacy counters.
The leading decongestant used by millions of people looking for relief from a stuffy nose is no better than a dummy pill, according to U.S. government experts who reviewed the latest research on the long-questioned drug ingredient.
The FDA asked advisers to take another look at phenylephrine, which became the main drug in over-the-counter decongestants when medicines with an older ingredient were moved behind pharmacy counters.
The FDA said a common ingredient found in many cold and allergy medications is not effective. It's called phenylephrine and claims to help with congestion.
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