Nexafed is a formulation of

pseudoephedrine Pseudoephedrine (PSE) is a sympathomimetic drug of the phenethylamine and amphetamine chemical classes. It may be used as a nasal/sinus decongestant, as a stimulant, or as a wakefulness-promoting agent in higher doses. It was first characteri ...

developed by

Acura Pharmaceuticals Acura Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of deterrents to medication abuse and misuse. , the company had several opioid products under development, which would use "Aversion Technolo ...

used to deter the use of the pseudoephedrine contained in the product for illicit

methamphetamine Methamphetamine (contracted from ) is a potent central nervous system (CNS) stimulant that is mainly used as a recreational drug and less commonly as a second-line treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and obesity. Methamph ...

synthesis. Nexafed uses a polymer matrix that forms a thick gel when hydrated, preventing the extraction of pseudoephedrine. Nexafed is the only meth-resistant formulation of pseudoephedrine that shows therapeutic equivalence to Sudafed. It is sold at various pharmacies in the US, including Fruth Pharmacy and Kroger, particularly in communities where illicit methamphetamine production is an issue.

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Decongestants Methamphetamine

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