This herbal remedy is the best I've ever found for colds and conjestion. It's called Amalux Pre-allergy and Cold. It doesn't just cover up symptoms but actually aids the body in expelling too much mucus. It doesn't contain ephedra and is very safe. Once when my mother had some serious congestion for about a week she took 5 caps in the morning and 5 capsules in the afternoon and in less than 2 days it all came out and she was fine. I know the herbalist that makes the formula and you can go to his website: Amaluxherbal.com