Millions of Brits can skip the GP queue this winter and head straight to their local pharmacist. Amid warnings a ‘quad-emic’ of flu, covid, RSV and norovirus, doctors and hospital medics are battling ...

Glaucoma has been called ‘the thief of sight’ because it sneaks up on people. They don’t realize they have it,” said Dr. Anna ...

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - top US drug regulator - has proposed removing oral phenylephrine, a common ...

Nasal steroids generally have to be used daily to be highly effective. For short-term relief, patients can try antihistamine sprays, such as Astepro, which are faster acting. Phenylephrine-based ...

(Boiled or distilled water is free of germs that could cause an infection in your nasal passages. Water should be boiled for at least 5 minutes, then allowed to cool to room temp before using.) ...

The FDA is moving to phase out the decongestant phenylephrine found in many over-the-counter cold medicines due to its ...

Most over-the-counter nasal sprays and solutions are still considered ... doctors often recommend nasal steroids such as Flonase, Nasacort, and Rhinocort. Nasal steroids generally works best ...

Phenylephrine is used in popular versions of Sudafed, Dayquil and other medications, but experts have long questioned its ...

most of the other options are over-the-counter nasal sprays or solutions. Saline drops and rinses are a quick way to clear mucus from the nose. For long-term relief from seasonal stuffiness, itching ...

Nasal steroids generally have to be used daily to be effective. For short-term relief, patients can try antihistamine sprays, which are faster acting. Phenylephrine-based sprays will also remain ...