phenylpropanolamine

• Substantif désignant un médicament adrénergique utilisé dans de nombreux produits pour soulager les réactions allergiques ou les infections respiratoires.

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.

   Phenylpropanolamine (décongestionnant et coupe-faim)

   • 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.