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
Tranylcypromine, sold under the brand name Parnate among others,Drugs.co P ...
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, is a nasal decongestant, appetite suppressant, and psychostimulant medication. It is used medicinally for relief of congestion due to colds, allergies and allergic rhinitis.
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See also
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Barbexaclone
Barbexaclone (Maliasin) is a salt compound of phenobarbital
Phenobarbital, also known as phenobarbitone or phenobarb, sold under the brand name Luminal among others, is a medication of the barbiturate type. It is recommended by the World Hea ...
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Propylhexedrine
Propylhexedrine, sold under the brand name Benzedrex, is a nasal decongestant, appetite suppressant, and psychostimulant medication. It is used medicinally for relief of congestion due to colds, allergies and allergic rhinitis.
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Anorectics
Sympathomimetics
Decongestants
Vasoconstrictors
Norepinephrine-dopamine releasing agents
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