Compound Monograph
Pseudoephedrine
A phenethylamine alkaloid and sympathomimetic stimulant from Ephedra species, used as a nasal and sinus decongestant; it raises heart rate and blood pressure.
Classification
Pseudoephedrine is one of the amines & protoalkaloids, part of the alkaloids class. Nitrogen-containing, often bitter and physiologically potent compounds — the group behind many of the strongest plant medicines and poisons.
Where Does It Come From? (2)
Pseudoephedrine is one of the amines & protoalkaloids, found in Ephedra and Wireweed. It is flagged as moderately toxic.