Surprising Side Effects of OTC Meds

Sudafed PE

Sudafed PE (phenylephrine) is an over-the-counter decongestant that works to shrink blood vessels in the nasal passages, which helps with nasal congestion. If you have heart disease or diabetes, talk to your doctor before taking anything with phenylephrine in it.

Reviewed by: 
Review Date: 
January 21, 2014

Last Updated:
July 1, 2014