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Phenylephrine

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Phenylephrine Definition

The hydrochloride salt form of phenylephrine, a direct-acting sympathomimetic amine chemically related to adrenaline and ephedrine with potent vasoconstrictor property. Phenylephrine is a post-synaptic alpha-adrenergic receptor agonist that causes vasoconstriction, increases systolic/diastolic pressures, reflex bradycardia, and stroke output.

Phenylephrine Synonyms

Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE

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