Oral Phenylephrine No Better Than A Skittle?

Send us Fan MailSummary:  For decades the FDA told us phenylephrine worked, that it was safe and effective, and now we hear that it is safe, but maybe not so effective?  This episode addresses the oral phenylephrine situation specifically, including possible options for when/if oral phenylephrine is pulled from the shelves.  We also take a look at the FDA process for establishing the status of drugs, and where concerned citizens are able to participate in this process.  Topics:·       Decongestant Pharmacology 01:45·       Oral Phenylephrine 02:00·       Phenylephrine vs. a Skittle 03:20·       GRASE 03:40·       Phenylephrine 10mg Dose 06:00·       Sympathomimetic 07:30·       FDA Advisory Committee 08:50·       Citizen Petitions to FDA 10:10·       Pharmacology 10:45·       Options to Oral Phenylephrine 12:00·       Development of New Options? 16:30·       FDA Ruling Process 19:00·       Placebo Effect 21:00·       Participate-Monitor 23:00 Questions and comments to  [email protected]