Rite Aid to Keep Products with Phenylephrine on Shelves Rite Aid has announced that it will continue to stock products containing phenylephrine, at least for the time being. According to a spokesperson for Rite Aid, the company follows regulatory guidance, including that of the FDA, and is dedicated to offering safe and approved products to …
The Food and Drug Administration decided not to approve Neffy, an epinephrine nasal spray developed by ARS Pharmaceuticals, which means that the first needle-free option for treating severe allergic reactions won’t be available to the American market until more trial data is gathered. ARS had anticipated the FDA’s approval for Neffy’s use in adults and …
In a unanimous vote on Tuesday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory committee concluded that there is insufficient scientific evidence to support the use of phenylephrine, the active ingredient in popular over-the-counter products such as Sudafed and Benadryl, as a nasal decongestant. The FDA’s Nonprescription Drugs Advisory Committee specifically voted on whether there is …
Frito-Lay, a subsidiary of PepsiCo, is issuing a recall for a “limited number” of its Doritos potato chips due to packaging that fails to disclose common allergens, as reported by federal health officials. The recall is voluntary and affects certain 14.5-ounce and 1-ounce bags of Doritos Nacho Cheese Flavored Tortilla Chips. These chips may contain …
Are you struggling with seasonal allergies, sinus infections, or a cold? If so, you’re probably using a nasal spray incorrectly. According to Dr. M. Waseem Imam, a Texas-based allergist, most people make the mistake of spraying upwards instead of directing the spray towards the sinus cavities. In his viral TikTok video, which has garnered over …