Question 1

whats ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) content of sida cordifolia vs. ephedra?

Accepted Answer

Ephedra>>cordifolia: Ephedra sinica, has a total alkaloid content of 1–3% by dry weight. Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) constitutes 40–90% of the alkaloid content(wikipedia entry). Natural sources of Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) are no longer used to make pseudoephedrine, because synthetic processes are cheaper. Ephedra must have a lot more Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) than sida cordifolia, because it was only source used commercially before synthetics were available.

Question 2

what is the difference between herbal ephedra and ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) hcl itself?

Accepted Answer

Plant vs alkaloids: Ephedra is an actual plant (aka mormon tea, or chinese ma-huang) which contains the stimulating alkaloids Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) and pseudoephedrine. Some dietary supplement products used for weight loss and to enhance athletic performance contain these alkaloids. Synthetic Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) and Pseudoephedrine are found in over-the-counter decongestants and cold medicines, and are used to treat asthma.

Question 3

can you by diet products containing ma huang?

Accepted Answer

Avoid ma huang: Ma huang contains a potent stimulant, ephedrine; very dangerous to use. You never know how much a product might contain. It can cause harmful side effects, including death, and therefore the fda has banned its use. It can cause dizziness, palpitations, tremors, high blood pressure, headache, chest pain, heart attack, stroke, seizures, and psychosis even if you don't die. It's illegal. Stay away.

Question 4

how much of ephedra is contained in the herb ma huang?

Accepted Answer

It is the same: Ephedra sinica , a species of ephedra (ma huang), contains the alkaloids Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) and pseudoephedrine, which have been found to induce central nervous system stimulation, bronchodilation, and vasoconstriction. In combination with caffeine, Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) appears to elicit weight loss (in trials of 1-12 months duration). However, studies of ephedra or Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) monotherapy have been equivocal.

Question 5

why do people take ma huang herb?

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Increase metabolism: It increases metabolism and helps as a diet drug.

Question 6

why was pseudo-ephedrine banned?

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It wasn't: Pseudepredrine (sudafed) is still a major ingredient in decongestants, but has been behind the counter and available without prescription, but you have to sign for it, and there are a limited number of pills you can obtain. The reason is that it can be used in the manufacture of methamphetamine, so there are now Federal regulations that restrict its sale, but it is NOT banned.

Question 7

is ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) another name for adrenaline?

Accepted Answer

No.: I think you are thinking of epinephrine, which is the same as adrenaline.

Question 8

which promethazine pills contain ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate)?

Accepted Answer

None that I know of: Firstly, ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) is no longer available in the US market, because of serious side effects - elevated pulse, blood pressure and risk of stroke. Same is true with PPA (phenylpropanolamine), a similar decongestant. Am not aware of any combination medications currently available. In the 1950s the combination was used in the treatment of allergies. There may still be combination products in Canada.

Question 9

what is the treatment for ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) overdose?

Accepted Answer

Supportive care: Support of cardiac and central nervous system functions. Prevention of seizures and cardiac arrhythmia. Depending on severity, hospitalization and cardiac monitoring may be necessary.

Question 10

i know that ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) is a stimulant.  is it legal in the usa?

Accepted Answer

Not alkaloids: The fda banned diet supplements containing alkaloids of Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) (found mainly in the stem of the ephedra sinica species) in 2004.  Other names may be legal.  The laws differ from state to state, and these regulate the activities of companies more than they do individuals.  I am sure people buy these things from other countries, but they may still not be safe.

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