Actifed for Cold Symptoms User Reviews
Reviews for Actifed
- Min...
- February 9, 2012
"This is my absolute favorite for colds with a 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."
- Mat...
- 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."
- Air...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- December 17, 2024
"It helped with my incredibly runny nose. I hadn't been able to breathe for 5 days straight when I tried it. I fell asleep in under an hour, so now I can only take it before bed, but it does work like a charm. You wake up refreshed, but it wears off in about 4-5 hours. Make sure you check the list of active ingredients."
- 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."
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- 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."
- jjj...
- April 17, 2009
"It's the best medicine for relief from cold and runny nose, but I feel sleepy every time I use it."
- Jb1...
- 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 a runny nose, watery eyes, etc."
- Dee...
- February 23, 2009
"This product really helps when it comes to congestion, runny nose, etc. Definitely recommend it for cold symptoms."
- Ver...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- September 24, 2019
"Took two Actifed tablets and woke up on the kitchen floor with a blanket thrown over me. Seriously, this stuff is amazing, my cold was gone overnight, and I feel like a new person."
- 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."
- Sec...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- February 17, 2016
"Makes me have a good night's sleep."
- 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, it's 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 nighttime 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."