Summary

The FDA has proposed removing oral phenylephrine, a common ingredient in over-the-counter cold medicines like NyQuil and Sudafed, due to evidence that it is ineffective as a nasal decongestant.

The proposal follows a unanimous vote by FDA advisers last year, and recent studies showing less than 1% of the drug is absorbed into the bloodstream when taken orally.

The public comment period ends on May 7, after which the FDA may finalize the ban.

  • WolfLink@sh.itjust.works
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    5 days ago

    These are over-the counter cough suppressants that you buy from the store without ever needing to see a doctor.

    • ℍ𝕂-𝟞𝟝
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      5 days ago

      I still usually call my doctor for OTC stuff, and if my doctor says I need it, insurance gets to pay for it. Going to the doctor usually saves me money. And if I schedule it during a workday, it’s not my time going either but my employer’s, if it even needs more than a phone consult.

      • M0oP0o@mander.xyz
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        5 days ago

        Well look at fancy pants over here with a Doctor.

        (Really here in Canada I have been without a Dr for about 9 years now, it sucks)