A study of sustained action pseudoephedrine in allergic rhinitis.

Abstract

A single capsule of sustained release pseudoephedrine (SUDAFED S.A., Burroughs Wellcome Co.) was shown by objective and subjective measurements to be superior to placebo in relieving nasal congestion associated with allergic rhinitis. The drug had no discernible effect on (1) the degree of wetness perceived in the mouth or nose, (2) a complex of symptoms which included sneezing, coughing, sniffing, swallowing, itching of eyes and nose or (3) number of nose blows. The study was marked by an absence of serious adverse reactions.

• Authors: L H Hamilton, S L Chobanian, A Cato, J G Perkins
• Journal: Annals of allergy (Ann Allergy) Vol. 48 Issue 2 Pg. 87-92 (Feb 1982) ISSN: 0003-4738 [Print] United States
• PMID: 6175254 (Publication Type: Clinical Trial, Journal Article, Randomized Controlled Trial)

Chemical References

• Delayed-Action Preparations
• Nasal Decongestants
• Ephedrine

Topics

• Adult
• Airway Resistance (drug effects)
• Delayed-Action Preparations
• Ephedrine (adverse effects, therapeutic use)
• Female
• Headache (chemically induced)
• Humans
• Male
• Middle Aged
• Mouth Mucosa (metabolism)
• Nasal Decongestants (therapeutic use)
• Nasal Mucosa (metabolism)
• Rhinitis, Allergic, Seasonal (drug therapy)
• Sleep Stages (drug effects)
• Smoking