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Ephedrine

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Introduction

Name

  • Ephedrine.

Class of drug

  • Mixed alpha- and beta-adrenergic agonist.
  • Sympathomimetic amine.

Description

Chemical name

  • (R*,S*)-2-(methylamino)-1-phenylpropan-1-ol.

Molecular formula

  • C10H15NO.

Molecular weight

  • 165.23 g.

Physical properties

  • Colorless aqueous solution.

Storage requirements

  • <25°C.
  • Protect from light.

Uses

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Administration

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Pharmacokinetics

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Precautions

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Withdrawal Periods

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Adverse Reactions

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Further Reading

Publications

Refereed papers

  • Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
  • Lee Y L, Clarke K W, Alibhai H I K & Song D Y (2002) The effects of ephedrine on intramuscular blood flow and other cardiopulmonary parameters in halothane-anesthetized ponies. VAA 29 (4), 171-181.

Other sources of information

  • Peck T E, Hill S A & Williams M (2005) Sympathomimetics. In: Pharmacology for Anaesthesia and Intensive Care. Greenwich Medical Media, UK. pp 187-208.