Is Sudafed congestion non-drowsy?

Is Sudafed congestion non-drowsy?

SUDAFEDĀ® Sinus Congestion is a maximum-strength non-drowsy decongestant that temporarily relieves sinus pressure & nasal congestion. Each caplet contains 30 mg of pseudoephedrine HCl, a nasal decongestant. Adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours.

Does Sudafed make you drowsy or keep you awake?

Decongestants. Since the main symptom of a cold is congestion in your nose and/or chest, cold medicines usually contain a decongestant ingredient. Examples include phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine. These typically do not cause drowsiness and can make some people feel hyper or more alert.

What are the side effects of Sudafed non-drowsy?

INFREQUENT side effects

  • agitation.
  • drowsiness.
  • dizziness.
  • muscle tremors.
  • loss of skin color.
  • decreased appetite.
  • nausea.
  • difficult or painful urination.

How long does 12 hour Sudafed stay in your system?

Sudafed 12 Hour and Alcohol Sudafed 12 Hour can last for about 12 hours in your body before another dose is needed. This means the effects of mixing it with alcohol, such as nasal congestion, may also last a long time.

Is it bad to take Sudafed every day?

Is it safe to take for a long time? Decongestants should only be used for a short time, usually less than 10 days. If you take them for longer, you’re more likely to get side effects. Only take pseudoephedrine for longer than 10 days if a doctor has said it’s OK.

Can I take Sudafed if I have Covid?

What about over-the-counter treatments like Nyquil, Theraflu, and Sudafed? You can use over-the-counter (OTC) medications to help relieve common symptoms of the flu or COVID-19. But these medications are not a treatment for the flu or COVID-19, meaning they do not work to kill the viruses that cause these infections.

Why is Sudafed is behind the counter?

All products from the makers of SUDAFEDĀ® contain a nasal decongestant, either pseudoephedrine or phenylephrine. Because, pseudoephedrine can be used to illegally manufacture methamphetamines (also known as meth), federal regulations require that it be sold behind the pharmacy or service counter.

What diseases does Sudafed treat?

Sudafed is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion, or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears, called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes. Sudafed may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Do not give Sudafed to a child younger than 4 years old.

Does Sudafed make you drowsy?

Sudafed does not cause drowsiness. In fact, one common side effect of its active ingredient, psuedoephedrine, is trouble sleeping; doctors recommend that one avoid taking Sudafed close to bedtime to avoid this.

What conditions does Sudafed treat?

– high blood pressure ( hypertension ), – heart attack, – abnormal heartbeats, and – ischemic colitis.

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