''p''-Hydroxynorephedrine (PHN or 4-hydroxynorephedrine) is the ''para''-hydroxy
analog of
norephedrine
Phenylpropanolamine (PPA), sold under many brand names, is a sympathomimetic agent used as a decongestant and appetite suppressant. It was once common in prescription drug, prescription and over-the-counter drug, over-the-counter cough and cold ...
and an active
sympathomimetic metabolite of
amphetamine
Amphetamine (contracted from Alpha and beta carbon, alpha-methylphenethylamine, methylphenethylamine) is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant that is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), narcolepsy, an ...
in humans.
When it occurs as a metabolite of amphetamine, it is produced from both
''p''-hydroxyamphetamine and norephedrine.
Amphetamine metabolism
Notes
See also
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Hydroxynorephedrine
References
References
External links
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Amphetamine
Beta-Hydroxyamphetamines
Human drug metabolites
Recreational drug metabolites
Sympathomimetics
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