A: Side effects of
using Ephedrine
include: Hypertension
(high blood pressure),
cardiac arrhythmias
(irregular heart
beats), palpitations.
CNS effects,
insomnia, anxiety,
tremors.
using Ephedrine
include: Hypertension
(high blood pressure),
cardiac arrhythmias
(irregular heart
beats), palpitations.
CNS effects,
insomnia, anxiety,
tremors.
Common Uses of Ephedrine:
Ephedrine is commonly used as a stimulant, appetite suppressant,
concentration aid, decongestant and to treat hypotension associated with
regional anesthesia.
Contraindications to Ephedrine:
Use of Ephedrine is contraindicated in individuals with the following conditions:
Ephedrine is eliminated in the urine so individuals with renal failure should be
cautious with the use of ephedrine.
Pseudoephedrine (SUDAFED)
Sudafed is a compound related to ephedrine but it is less potent.
Pseudoephedrine is used as an over-the-counter (OTC) cold medicine.
Pseudoephedrine has the ability to decrease secretions (good for runny
nose) and relieve the symptoms of congestion.
Ephedrine is commonly used as a stimulant, appetite suppressant,
concentration aid, decongestant and to treat hypotension associated with
regional anesthesia.
Contraindications to Ephedrine:
Use of Ephedrine is contraindicated in individuals with the following conditions:
- Hypertension (high blood pressure),
- hyperthyroidism (high levels of thyroid hormones in serum),
- cerebrovascular insufficiency,
- ischemic heart disease
Ephedrine is eliminated in the urine so individuals with renal failure should be
cautious with the use of ephedrine.
Pseudoephedrine (SUDAFED)
Sudafed is a compound related to ephedrine but it is less potent.
Pseudoephedrine is used as an over-the-counter (OTC) cold medicine.
Pseudoephedrine has the ability to decrease secretions (good for runny
nose) and relieve the symptoms of congestion.
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Q: What are the side effects of ephedrine?