Pseudoephedrine and Drowsiness: What Users Say

• Bon...
• September 9, 2017

For Nasal Congestion "I am prone to sinus infections. I get them on average five times a year. There are times when my nose is completely blocked, and breathing becomes extremely difficult. I have tried endless OTC drugs, like Mucinex, Advil Sinus, vapor rub, and even nasal sprays. None of those have helped on top of home remedies. I tried Sudafed for the first time about two years ago, and with just one dose, I feel like myself again! I have experienced some drowsiness with the medication, but I could still function and do my daily tasks."

• Sam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 4, 2020

For Nasal Congestion "Was prescribed pseudoephedrine after nasal surgery. I gave the doctor a complete list of my medications. Also told him of heart surgery and bladder problems. He should have never prescribed this for me. I took the meds, on day one... resulted in urine retention, nausea, high blood pressure, agitation, sleeplessness, and a host of other symptoms. I went online and found a list of medications that have bad reactions from Sudafed. Several of mine were on the list, to include low-dose aspirin, Tylenol, and others. Please go online and research side effects and ask your doctor about taking it with other prescribed medications. I had thought he read my forms that I filled out. Apparently not."

• Ren...
• August 23, 2017

Pseudoephedrine for Nasal Congestion "This product seemed to work for my nasal congestion, but it made me EXTREMELY sleepy. I have never experienced drowsiness with Sudafed or its generic. I took one 30 mg Nexafed pill at 8 pm, and I actually had to take 2.5 hours off of work in the morning because I could not function! I didn't feel myself again until 10 am. I suppose if I took the medication very early in the evening, I might be able to wake up in the morning. But having young children, I must be present for nighttime routines, and I can never guarantee that my sleep will not be interrupted. For now, Nexafed simply will not work for me. I will be returning it to the pharmacy and will have to find a new pharmacy to shop from, as mine is currently only carrying this new product."

• Joy...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• July 22, 2020

Pseudoephedrine for Nasal Congestion "Have nasal and ear blockage. Usually, Sudafed is the only thing that helps. I can only take one 30 mg at a time because of nervousness and sleeplessness."