CVS Health announced on Tuesday that it will no longer sell decongestants that contain phenylephrine in its stores and on its website. The move follows the company’s decision to take steps to reduce the number of products on its shelves that are considered unsafe and potentially harmful.
The decongestant in question, phenylephrine, is found in over-the-counter cold remedies like nasal sprays, tablets, and liquid medicines. It is often used as a decongestant to reduce nasal congestion associated with colds and allergies.
However, the FDA has advised that phenylephrine can be potentially dangerous to some people, as it can cause elevated blood pressure, heart palpitations, and even stroke in certain individuals. In addition, the FDA has warned against exceeding certain recommended dosage levels when taken in combination with certain medications.
In an effort to protect its customers, CVS Health is now pulling all products containing phenylephrine from its shelves and removing them from its online store. The company says it wants to provide safe and effective medications and products to customers while helping to ensure that these products are used as intended.
In an effort to further reduce potential risks, CVS Health is also replacing those products with decongestants that contain other active ingredients, such as pseudoephedrine or pseudoephedrine HCI. Products with these active ingredients are often just as effective but are not linked to the same risks.
By taking proactive steps to reduce the risk of dangerous products being sold in its stores, CVS Health is demonstrating its commitment to the safety and well-being of its customers. This is just one of the many initiatives CVS Health has taken to protect the safety of its customers, and it is an example of a company taking the steps necessary to protect the health of its customers.