phenylpropanolamine

• Sustantivo que designa un fármaco adrenérgico utilizado en muchos medicamentos para aliviar reacciones alérgicas o infecciones respiratorias, actuando como descongestionante y vasoconstrictor.

A noun referring to an adrenergic drug used in many preparations to relieve allergic reactions or respiratory infections.

1. Decongestant and appetite suppressantC2formalmedical

   A synthetic adrenergic drug formerly used in many over-the-counter preparations to relieve nasal congestion from allergies or respiratory infections, and also as an appetite suppressant.

   Fenilpropanolamina

   • Phenylpropanolamine was a common ingredient in cold and allergy medications.
   • The FDA requested the withdrawal of phenylpropanolamine due to safety concerns.
   • Some athletes used phenylpropanolamine as a stimulant, though it is now banned.