PHENYLEPHRINE

  

 

Phenylephrine

Name: Phenylephrine

IUPAC Name:  (R)-3-[-1-hydroxy-2-(methylamino)ethyl]phenol

Uses:

        1) Treat  nasal discomfort caused by hay fever,allergy and cold.
        2) Treat sinus congestion.

Structure:

Adverse Drug Reaction:

1) Stomach upset
2) Dizziness
3) Headache
4) Shaking
5) Increase heart rete
6) Cold feeling due to it decreases blood flow to hands or feet
7) Nausea
8) Vomiting

Synthesis:

When Invented:

In 1930 Phenylephrine was described in literature and in 1939 it was
approved by FDA.

References:

Not applicable.