Phenylpropanolamine
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title:
Phenylpropanolamine
text:
Phenylpropanolamine (PPA), sold under many brand names, is a sympathomimetic agent which is used as a decongestant and appetite suppressant. It was previously commonly used in prescription and over-the-counter cough and cold preparations. The medication is taken by mouth. Side effects of PPA include increased heart rate and blood pressure, among others. Rarely, PPA has been associated with hemorrhagic stroke. PPA acts as a norepinephrine releasing agent, thereby indirectly activating adrenergic
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description:
Sympathomimetic agent
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phenylpropanolamine
date created:
2004-04-24T07:34:01Z
date modified:
2024-09-04T00:33:54Z
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