FDA says decongestant in many cold medicines doesn’t work. So what does?
U.S. officials are moving to phase out the leading decongestant found in hundreds of over-the-counter medicines, concluding ...
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FDA: ‘Active’ Ingredient in Cold Medicine Doesn’t Work
An FDA panel’s decision that phenylephrine is not an effective decongestant applies only to oral medications. The drug is ...
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Blowing Your Nose Too Hard? Here’s Why You Might Be Making Things Worse
Aggressive nose-blowing can worsen congestion and cause complications. Gentle techniques and saline irrigation are ...
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Ask the Pediatrician: Cold and flu season tips
In most parts of the U.S., fall marks the start of cold and flu season. This means kids will face higher risks of getting ...
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3 Simple Ways to Keep Your Home Cozy This Winter Without a Humidifier
Maintain indoor humidity in winter with plants, fruit peels, and hydration to prevent health issues like dry skin and ...
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Cold and Flu News
Saline Nasal Drops Reduce the Duration of the Common Cold in Young Children by Two Days Sep. 6, 2024 — Using hypertonic saline nasal drops can reduce the length of the common cold in children by ...
Nasal solution used in hospitals recalled due to ‘the potential for administration errors’
The product was never submitted for approval by the FDA and is an unapproved drug for which safety and efficacy have not been ...