What’s Going On With Cold Medicines? The Phenylephrine Controversy Explained

Jul 16, 2025 · 2 min read · If you’ve ever grabbed a cold medicine off the shelf hoping to clear a stuffy nose, chances are you’ve taken phenylephrine without even realizing it. It’s been a go-to decongestant in tons of over-the-counter (OTC) cold and flu meds — but lately, it’...