Sudephed

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Sudafed? Sudephed is a common misspelling of Sudafed.

Sudafed^® (pseudoephedrine hydrochloride) is a non-prescription medicine used for the treatment of nasal congestion due to allergies or the common cold. It is also approved to relieve sinus congestion and pressure. The medication belongs to a class of drugs known as decongestants, which work by stimulating alpha-adrenergic receptors in the lining of the nose and sinuses. Although you do not need a prescription to buy this medication, you must show identification to buy it (as the various versions of this drug are kept behind the pharmacy counter).

(Click Sudafed for more information on how Sudafed works, to learn about the potential side effects of this drug, and to find out what you should be aware of before using the medication. You can also click on the various links in the box to the right to access specific topics on Sudafed.)