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A controlled study revealed that phenylephrine, a medication used in decongestants such as Sudafed, was no more effective than a placebo.

Jan 7, 2023•1 min read

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A controlled study revealed that phenylephrine, a medication used in decongestants such as Sudafed, was no more effective than a placebo.

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