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Phenylephrine
[neo-synephrine, sinex] |
- powerful stimulant of alpha-1 adrenoceptors with very weak beta effects; structure similar to NE, but less potent & longer duration of action
primary use - vasoconstrictor, increasing both systolic & diastolic pressure with little cardiac effect; will induce reflex bradycardia - OTC nasal decongestant - mydriatic agent |