Phenylephrine
Introduction
Name
- Phenylephrine HCl.
Class of drug
- Sympathomimetic.
- Alpha-1 agonist.
Description
Chemical name
- (R)-3-[-1-hydroxy-2-(methylamino)ethyl]phenol.
Molecular formula
- C9H13NO2.
Molecular weight
- 167.205 g.
Physical properties
- Colorless aqueous solution.
Storage requirements
- Room temperature.
- Protect from light.
Uses
Subscribe To View
This article is available to subscribers.
Try a free trial today or contact us for more information.
Administration
Subscribe To View
This article is available to subscribers.
Try a free trial today or contact us for more information.
Pharmacokinetics
Subscribe To View
This article is available to subscribers.
Try a free trial today or contact us for more information.
Precautions
Subscribe To View
This article is available to subscribers.
Try a free trial today or contact us for more information.
Withdrawal Periods
Subscribe To View
This article is available to subscribers.
Try a free trial today or contact us for more information.
Adverse Reactions
Subscribe To View
This article is available to subscribers.
Try a free trial today or contact us for more information.
Further Reading
Publications
Refereed papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
- Hardy J, Minton M, Robertson J T, Beard W L & Beard L A (2000) Nephrosplenic entrapment in the horse: A retrospective study of 174 cases. Equine Vet J 32 (S32), 95-97 PubMed.
- Hahn C N & Mayhew I G (2000) Phenylephrine eyedrops as a diagnostic test in equine grass sickness. Vet Rec 147, 603-606 PubMed.
Other sources of information
- Peck T E, Hill S A & Williams M (2005) Analgesics. In: Pharmacology for Anaesthesia and Intensive Care. Greenwich Medical Media, UK. pp 123-148.