Norpropylhexedrine is an adrenergic amine of the
cycloalkylamine Cycloalkylamines are chemical compounds featuring a cycloalkyl group and an amine. Some examples include propylhexedrine, cyclopentamine, cypenamine, and tranylcypromine. Some chemicals act as stimulant
Stimulants (also known as central ...
class and is the desmethyl analog of propylhexedrine. It is not approved by any regulatory agency for pharmaceutical use.
Norpropylhexedrine is a
metabolite
In biochemistry, a metabolite is an intermediate or end product of metabolism.
The term is usually used for small molecules. Metabolites have various functions, including fuel, structure, signaling, stimulatory and inhibitory effects on enzymes, c ...
of
propylhexedrine
Propylhexedrine, sold under the brand name Benzedrex among others, is an alkylamine primarily utilized as a topical nasal decongestant. Its main indications are relief of congestion due to colds, allergies, and allergic rhinitis. Propylhexedr ...
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See also
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Barbexaclone
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Propylhexedrine
Propylhexedrine, sold under the brand name Benzedrex among others, is an alkylamine primarily utilized as a topical nasal decongestant. Its main indications are relief of congestion due to colds, allergies, and allergic rhinitis. Propylhexedr ...
References
Anorectics
Cycloalkylalkylamines
Decongestants
Norepinephrine-dopamine releasing agents
Sympathomimetics
Vasoconstrictors
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