Phenylephrine Bitartrate
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Phenylephrine Bitartrate Definition
The bitartrate salt form of phenylephrine, a direct-acting sympathomimetic amine chemically related to adrenaline and ephedrine with potent vasoconstricting activity. Phenylephrine is a post-synaptic alpha-adrenergic receptor agonist that causes vasoconstriction, increases systolic/diastolic pressures, reflex bradycardia, and increases stroke output.
Phenylephrine Bitartrate Synonyms
Phenylephrine Bitartrate, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE
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