How strong is the evidence that these medicines are safe and effective in adults? Is the labelling for adults going to change in any way?
The standards for clinical trials have evolved since many of the earlier adult studies on the effectiveness of cough and cold products. However, no safety issue has been identified at this time with cough and cold products use by adults, as long as dosing instructions are followed. Labelling for products intended for adult use will not have to be changed unless the product also provides dosing information for children.
