Sudafed - Trusted Nasal Congestion Relief

Sudafed is a well-known brand of over-the-counter medication used to relieve nasal congestion and sinus pressure.

Sudafed FAQ

Does Sudafed contain pseudoephedrine?

Most forms of Sudafed only contain pseudoephedrine. But one form, called Sudafed 12 Hour Pressure + Pain, also contains the active drug naproxen sodium. Any additional side effects, interactions, or warnings caused by naproxen sodium are not covered in this article. Sudafed PE products don’t contain pseudoephedrine.

Is Sudafed a good decongestant?

Sudafed is a popular decongestant that’s available at most pharmacies. It can help relieve nasal and sinus congestion and pressure due to the common cold, hay fever, or upper respiratory allergies. Learn about dosage, side effects, warnings, and why Sudafed is kept behind the counter instead of on the pharmacy shelf.

What is Sudafed used for?

Last updated on Mar 1, 2024. What is Sudafed? Sudafed is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). 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.

How does Sudafed (pseudoephedrine) work?

Sudafed (pseudoephedrine) is a decongestant. It works by narrowing blood vessels, which reduces tissue swelling and inflammation. When you take Sudafed for nasal congestion, its actions open the nasal passages. It also works to take Sudafed for sinus congestion. It helps drain mucus and relieve pressure from swelling.

Is Sudafed safe to use?

Here’s what you need to know to use this drug safely to relieve your congestion. The main active ingredient in Sudafed is called pseudoephedrine (PSE). It’s a nasal decongestant. PSE relieves congestion by making the blood vessels in your nasal passages narrower.

Where can I buy Sudafed?

If you’d like to buy Sudafed, you’ll find a range of Sudafed products here. Sudafed is a popular decongestant that’s available at most pharmacies. It can help relieve nasal and sinus congestion and pressure due to the common cold, hay fever, or upper respiratory allergies.

What is Sudafed (pseudoephedrine HCI)?

What Is Sudafed? Sudafed (pseudoephedrine HCI) is a decongestant prescribed for the temporary relief of nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever, and sinus congestion. Sudafed is available as a generic drug. What Are Side Effects of Sudafed? Get medical help right away, if you have any of the symptoms listed above.