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My anecdata is that, though it's not as effective as pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine actually is effective in an inhaler, and a helluva lot better at clearing up a stuffy nose than "scents and essential oils". Of course, a cylindrical inhaler with a wick inside it doesn't go near my digestive tract... Now I'll have to look around for a replacement inhaler, something quick enough to avert choking-panic. Thanks, CVS.
No you won’t! It’s just the oral formulations that are being taken off the shelves. The inhaled version does indeed work and will still be available.
It's off the shelf at my local CVS (e: and has been for weeks). I looked.
That's their company policy or a supply issue, not the FDA's decision.
Thanks, CVS.
It's only the oral version which has no effect and is thus being pulled. The inhaled version has more evidence that it works and will remain available.