Actifed for Cold Symptoms User Reviews
Actifed has an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from a total of 11 reviews for the treatment of Cold Symptoms. 82% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 9% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Actifed
- Minar...
- February 9, 2012
"This is my absolute favourite for colds with runny and partially blocked nose, itchy and watery eyes and sneezing. This antihistamine does make me drowsy a tiny bit but I can go to work as normal and don't really see any difference. I tried combining some other antihistamines and phenylephrine but I keep going back to good old Actifed. The only downside - it really makes my mouth and throat dry, so I guess I might try taking half of the tablet instead."
- Matt_P
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 2, 2018
"Every time I have a cold, this is the only OTC drug that makes going to work possible. Occasionally makes me drowsy, but it dries the cold up really well Need to drink a lot of water as you get a slightly dry throat"
- Yato
- November 4, 2020
"Actifed is the best pill ever for colds - I can't live without it. I also take it when I want to sleep sometimes."
- jjjjj...
- April 17, 2009
"It's the best medicine for relief from cold and runny nose but I feel sleepy every time I use it."
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- Jb1988
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 29, 2016
"To be honest the first time I used it, I thought it was great. But this time it's not effective at all. Still have runny nose, watery eyes etc."
- Ray...
- February 7, 2024
"Works well to stop runny nose and sore throat. It does make you drowsy, but this is beneficial for a good night's sleep with cold symptoms."
- Verys...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- September 24, 2019
"Took two Actified tablets and woke up on the kitchen floor with a blanket thrown over me. Seriously this stuff is amazing, my cold was gone over night and I feel like a new person"
- Deeds
- February 23, 2009
"This product really helps when it comes to congestion, runny nose, etc. Definitely recommend it for cold symptoms."
- Secre...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- February 17, 2016
"Makes me have a good nights sleep "
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- January 25, 2023
"Really helps with cold and sinus problems. Makes me very sleepy, but good to take at night for a restful sleep when struggling with cold symptoms"
- Anonymous
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 8, 2020
"I was recommended Actifed by a colleague but having taken it for 3 days I've not noticed any clearing up of blocked sinuses in fact its getting worse!"
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"When used for colds, Actifed works well for drying up post nasal drip that causes near constant coughing, especially at night. It does cause drowsiness but not a problem for night time use. I can get a nearly full night of rest. However, with subsequent use on following nights, Actifed's effectiveness lasts only half as long."