TikTok NyQuil chicken challenge: FDA issues WARNING as reckless teens try outrageous 'sleepy' recipe
Another TikTok trend has sent a wave of concern among the US authorities as it can turn deadly. This new fad has youngsters cooking their chicken in NyQuil which is sometimes referred to as the 'sleepy chicken'. The trend has gained enough popularity that the FDA had to step in and issue a warning regarding its side effects. Despite this, people have claimed that this recipe has helped them with their cold and insomnia.
The United States Federal Drug Administration issued a warning against the TikTok challenge. They first explained the OTC drugs in the statement by saying, "Nonprescription (also called over-the-counter or OTC) drugs are readily available in many homes, making these challenges even more risky. OTC drugs can pose significant risks if they’re misused or abused," referring to NyQuil which is readily available. The statement further read, "A recent social media video challenge encourages people to cook chicken in NyQuil (acetaminophen, dextromethorphan, and doxylamine) or another similar OTC cough and cold medication, presumably to eat."
