The US FDA has proposed removing oral phenylephrine from over-the-counter cold medicines, citing its ineffectiveness in relieving nasal congestion.

Scientists at EMBL discovered that Dextromethorphan, found in common cough syrups ... study have been published in Science Translational Medicine journal. “To screen for a potential anti ...

Coughing is a common reflex action that helps clear the airways of irritants, mucus, or foreign particles. While it is often dismissed as a minor inconvenience, chronic or severe coughing can indicate ...

Further research will refine the drug and explore its mechanism. EMBL scientists uncover potential use of an FDA-approved over-the-counter cough syrup ingredient to treat fibrotic lung disease. A ...

Recently, scientists at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) have found that an ingredient present in common cough syrups can ... in Science Translational Medicine journal.

Cough is a crucial protective reflex that helps protect the lungs and airways. However, when cough becomes chronic and ...

Home remedies and medications may help provide relief ... to avoid irritants like smoke or dust. A dry cough may be a symptom of the common cold, flu, allergies, asthma, or acid reflux.

Vansh’s father is not alone in believing that a bit of rum or brandy can help cure a winter cough. It, in fact, is a popular ...

Other studies find it's better than no treatment at all for kids, but not better than dextromethorphan (a common ingredient in cough medicines). There's also research that finds limited benefit at all ...