Tag: decongestants

Decongestants can raise blood pressure and trigger heart attacks or strokes in people with heart disease. Learn which ingredients to avoid, safer alternatives, and why even nasal sprays aren't always safe.

Decongestants like pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine can raise blood pressure and trigger heart problems in people with heart disease or hypertension. Learn why these common cold medicines are dangerous and what safer alternatives exist.