What is the best alternative to Sudafed?
(Pseudoephedrine)
- Sudafed (pseudoephedrine) Prescription or OTC. 82% of people say it’s worth it.
- 4 alternatives.
- Phenylephrine (phenylephrine) Prescription or OTC.
- Flonase (fluticasone) Prescription or OTC.
- Nasacort AQ (triamcinolone) Prescription or OTC.
- Afrin (oxymetazoline) Prescription or OTC.
What is the difference between phenylephrine hydrochloride and pseudoephedrine hydrochloride?
Are phenylephrine or pseudoephedrine the same? Phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine are both adrenergic agonists. Phenylephrine has primarily an affinity to only alpha-adrenergic receptors, while pseudoephedrine has an affinity to both alpha- and beta-adrenergic receptors. Their side effect profiles are very similar.
Is Wal PHED drowsy?
Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth/nose/throat, headache, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Is Wal PHED d an antihistamine?
This combination medication is used to temporarily relieve symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies, or other breathing illnesses (such as sinusitis, bronchitis). Antihistamines help relieve watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat, runny nose, and sneezing.
Does Sudafed PE raise blood pressure?
Oral nasal decongestants like Sudafed (pseudoephedrine) and Sudafed PE (phenylephedrine) can increase blood pressure by elevating your heart rate and causing blood vessels to narrow, also known as vasoconstriction.
Does anything work as well as Sudafed?
Yes. Most patients and healthcare providers will agree that Sudafed (pseudoephedrine) is more effective for congestion than its counterpart Sudafed PE (phenylephrine). This is likely due to the fact that the intestines will absorb only about 38% of the amount of Sudafed PE in one tablet, while Sudafed is 100% absorbed.
What is Wal PHED the generic for?
Pseudoephedrine is used for the temporary relief of stuffy nose and sinus pain/pressure caused by infection (such as the common cold, flu) or other breathing illnesses (such as hay fever, allergies, bronchitis). Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant (sympathomimetic).
Does Wal PHED PE make you drowsy?