Pseudoephedrine

stimulant · cardiovascular · Oral

Pseudoephedrine, a stimulant. Stereoisomer of ephedrine; weaker β2 / cardiovascular activity but retained α-adrenergic vasoconstriction. OTC nasal… Oral half-life 5 h.

Stereoisomer of ephedrine; weaker β2 / cardiovascular activity but retained α-adrenergic vasoconstriction. OTC nasal decongestant; precursor to illicit methamphetamine drives behind-the-counter restrictions.