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Taking cold medicine and drinking coffee is equivalent to taking poison.

Published: 2026-09-30 Author: World Gafei 👁 214 views
Last updated 2026-09-30 — The Institute of Pharmacists cites foreign studies showing that when taken in conjunction with high amounts of caffeine products, PPA can triple the maximum blood concentration. The Hong Kong Institute of Pharmacists reminds members of the public that cold medicine generally contains phenylpropanolamine, which, if taken in conjunction with high amounts of caffeine products, may cause a sharp rise in blood pressure and can be fatal. The Hong Kong Institute of Pharmacists reminds the public

The Institute of Pharmacists cites foreign studies showing that when taken in conjunction with high amounts of caffeine products, PPA can triple the maximum blood concentration. The Hong Kong Institute of Pharmacists reminds members of the public that cold medicine generally contains phenylpropanolamine, which, if taken in conjunction with high amounts of caffeine products, may cause a sharp rise in blood pressure and can be fatal.

The Hong Kong Institute of Pharmacists reminds members of the public that cold medicine generally contains phenylpropanolamine, which, if taken in conjunction with high amounts of caffeine products, may cause a sharp rise in blood pressure and can be fatal. Members of the public are not allowed to use coffee or tea to deliver medicine. They should consult a pharmacist before taking the medicine.

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