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FDA Plans to Ban Ineffective Cold Medicine Ingredient—How It Will Affect You
The FDA had proposed removing phenylephrine, a widely used ingredient to treat nasal congestion, from over-the-counter cold ...
FDA proposes removing ineffective decongestant found in most cold medicine
It’s still considered to be effective in nasal sprays. Currently, oral phenylephrine is widely used either as a standalone ...
FDA considers removing ineffective cold medicine ingredient
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is considering removing oral phenylephrine, a common ingredient in many ...
Doctors’ Science-Backed Tips for Getting Over the Flu Faster
Right now, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that flu levels are low. However, they tend to spike—and peak—between December and February, making now the best time to ...
Here's when to get vaccinated for best protection against COVID, flu, RSV for holidays
The holidays are fast approaching along with cooler weather and various respiratory illnesses. Here's when to get your ...