Propylhexedrine

Propylhexedrine (pronunciation: pro-pil-hex-e-drin) is a stimulant drug that is primarily used as a nasal decongestant. It is also used recreationally for its psychostimulant effects.

Etymology

The term "Propylhexedrine" is derived from its chemical structure; it is a hexahydro-methamphetamine analog where the methyl group attached to the nitrogen atom is replaced by a cyclohexyl group and the phenyl group is replaced by a cyclohexyl group.

Pharmacology

Propylhexedrine is structurally similar to methamphetamine, albeit with the aromatic phenyl group replaced by a cyclohexyl group. It is thought to work by increasing the levels of norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin in the brain, which helps to alleviate symptoms of congestion.

Medical Uses

Propylhexedrine is primarily used as a nasal decongestant in the form of an inhaler under the brand name Benzedrex. It is also used off-label for its psychostimulant effects, which are similar to those of methamphetamine.

Side Effects

Common side effects of propylhexedrine include tachycardia, hypertension, anxiety, and insomnia. In rare cases, it can cause psychosis or cardiac arrest.

Related Terms

• Stimulant
• Nasal decongestant
• Psychostimulant
• Methamphetamine
• Norepinephrine
• Dopamine
• Serotonin
• Tachycardia
• Hypertension
• Anxiety
• Insomnia
• Psychosis
• Cardiac arrest

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Propylhexedrine
• Wikipedia's article - Propylhexedrine

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