Phenylephrine narrows blood vessels but risks heart problems.
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RESEARCH
- Phenylephrine causes blood vessel constriction but carries cardiovascular risks; no evidence supports it for under-eye bags.
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SAFETYTopical phenylephrine can cause serious blood pressure spikes and stroke risk, especially in people with heart disease or hypertension.
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Meta-analysis found topical phenylephrine affects heart rate and blood pressure.
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Gelatin hemostatic agents carry anaphylaxis risk in some patients.
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