Ephedrine Overview

Ephedrine is a sympathomimetic amine commonly used as a stimulant, appetite suppressant, concentration aid, decongestant, and to treat hypotension associated with anaesthesia. Ephedrine is similar in structure to the synthetic derivatives amphetamine and methamphetamine. Chemically, it is an alkaloid derived from various plants in the genus Ephedra . It is most usually marketed in the hydrochloride and sulfate forms. In traditional Chinese medicines, the herb má huáng contains ephedrine and...