Definition of Phenylpropanolamine
1. Noun. An adrenergic drug used in many preparations to relieve allergic reactions or respiratory infections. "Drugs containing phenylpropanolamine are being recalled"
Medical Definition of Phenylpropanolamine
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A sympathomimetic that acts mainly by causing release of norepinephrine but also has direct agonist activity at some adrenergic receptors. It is most commonly used as a nasal vasoconstrictor and an appetite depressant.
Pharmacological action: adrenergic alpha-agonists, adrenergic agents, appetite depressants, nasal decongestants, sympathomimetic.
Chemical name: Benzenemethanol, alpha-(1-aminoethyl)-, (R*,S*)-(+-)-
(12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Phenylpropanolamine
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