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SUDAFED® Tablets & Caplets

Formulated to combat nasal congestion, sinus pressure, and more, SUDAFED® Tablets and Caplets provide relief you can trust.

Sudafed Tablets & Caplets Products

Frequently Asked Questions

Pseudoephedrine is considered safe and effective when taken as directed. The FDA recognizes it as an effective treatment for congestion caused by allergies, hay fever, and the common cold.

A caplet is a type of tablet that is oval-shaped and coated to make it easier to swallow, while a tablet is a more general term for a compressed oral medication that can come in a variety of shapes and sizes. The word “caplet” is a blend of “capsule” and “tablet”, describing its capsule-like shape.

Some SUDAFED® pills are over-the-counter (OTC) and others are behind the counter because of the active ingredient which determines its accessibility and potential for misuse. SUDAFED PE® (containing phenylephrine) is available OTC on store shelves because phenylephrine is not regulated the same way as pseudoephedrine.

SUDAFED® PE products contain the active ingredient phenylephrine, which is another oral decongestant, and are available over the counter without a pharmacist intervention.

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*On November 8, 2024 the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) issued a proposed order to remove oral phenylephrine (PE) from the OTC monograph. The FDA proposed order is not related to safety.