Pseudoephedrine Pros and Cons
- Pseudoephedrine is effective in treating nasal congestion and sinus pressure.
- It is available in a lower-cost generic version.
- You only need to take the extended-release tablets once or twice a day.
- It comes in liquid form for children who cannot swallow pills.
- The different dosage forms of pseudoephedrine have different age cut-offs and this can be confusing.
- Pseudoephedrine can cause difficulty sleeping if you take it too close to bedtime.
- This medication is not the best choice for people with high blood pressure and heart disease.
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