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Oral Ephedrine Pills: Side Effects, Dosage, Risks & Dangers

What is oral ephedrine?

  • Ephedrine directly stimulates alpha and beta-adrenergic receptors and
    increases the release of norepinephrine.
  • Its actions include relaxation of
    bronchioles, increased heart rate and contractility, and increased blood
    pressure.
  • It also causes blood vessels in the nasal passages to shrink
    (vasoconstrict). Vasoconstriction reduces nasal congestion by preventing fluid
    from draining from blood vessels into the lining of the nasal passages.
  • Ephedrine is also a central nervous system stimulant used illegally for weight
    loss and for performance enhancement diet supplements.

Is oral ephedrine available as a generic drug?

Yes

Do I need a prescription for oral ephedrine?

No

Why is oral ephedrine prescribed to patients?

What are the side effects of oral ephedrine?

Common side effects include:

Possible serious side effects include:

What is the dosage for oral ephedrine?

  • A dose of 12.5 to 25 mg orally every 4 hours, not to exceed 150 mg in 24 hour
    has be used for treating bronchospasm.
  • The dose for treating nasal congestion in adults is 25 to 50 mg every 6
    hours.




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Which drugs or supplements interact with oral ephedrine?

What else should I know about oral ephedrine?

What preparations of oral ephedrine are available?
  • Tablet
How should I keep oral ephedrine stored?
  • Ephedrine tablets should be stored at room temperature.

Is oral ephedrine safe to use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

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