Sudafed PE is an over-the-counter drug approved to treat nasal and sinus congestion. This article from the eMedTV Web site provides a more in-depth look at this drug, including information on its uses, possible side effects, and dosing guidelines.
Common side effects of Sudafed PE include dizziness, insomnia, and headaches. Besides common side effects, this eMedTV page also lists potentially serious side effects that should be reported to a doctor, such as chest pain or anxiety.
As this eMedTV page explains, Sudafed PE is used for treating nasal and sinus congestion and pressure. This article discusses these uses in more detail, and also describes the drug's use in children and possible off-label uses of the medication.
This eMedTV segment explains that the recommended dosage of Sudafed PE for adults and children 12 and older is one tablet every four hours. This page contains other important dosing information, including suggestions on when and how to take the medicine.
Tricyclic antidepressants and MAOIs may potentially cause drug interactions with Sudafed PE. This segment of the eMedTV archives lists other drugs that can cause interactions and describes the potential effects of these drug interactions.
You should avoid taking Sudafed PE if you have taken an MAOI within the past 14 days. This eMedTV Web page explains who else should not take the drug and lists other important warnings and precautions with Sudafed PE to be aware of.
As this eMedTV page explains, Sudafed PE (phenylephrine hydrochloride) tablets are available in generic form, but the liquid form of Sudafed PE is not. This page also covers the difference between generic Sudafed PE and generic Sudafed.
It may not be safe to use Sudafed PE if you are expecting. This eMedTV segment takes a closer look at pregnancy and Sudafed PE, explaining the possible risks associated with using this medicine while pregnant.
