What Are The Dangers In Taking Sudafed Cold/cough To Lighten Your Mood?
Pronounced: (sue-doh-eff-ED-rin)
Uses
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). It works by narrowing the blood vessels to decrease swelling and congestion.
If you are self-treating with this medication, it is important to read the...
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