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Ephedrine Sulfate Vs Ephedrine Hcl
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Is there any difference between ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) HCl and psuedoephedrine (ephedrine sulfate)?
Slight: There is slight difference in structure, both are related to amphetamine. ...Read more
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What's the difference between ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) and pseudoephedrine (ephedrine sulfate)?
Not a lot: Same chemical formula, just slight difference in direction of a side chain. But this little difference does give a little bit different effect, or intensity of effect in body. That oh on top, with one it points forward, with the other it points back, thats it. ...Read more
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Is there a difference between ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) and pseudoephedrine (ephedrine sulfate)?
Different drugs: They are chemically related, but Pseudoephedrine is safer, has fewer side effects (elevated blood pressure, pulse, increased anxiety etc.) and for the most part, pseudoephredrine and phenylephrine have replaced Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) in most cold medicines. Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) is still around, used in lots of chinese herbal remedies and weight loss drugs. I do not recommend Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) for any of my patients. ...Read more
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Whats ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) content of sida cordifolia vs. Ephedra?
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. ...Read more
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What is the difference between pseudo ephedrine hydrochloride & pseudo ephedrine sulfate?
Same medicine: These are essentially equivalent. It depends on whether the Pseudoephedrine itself, which is an alkali, was stabilized with hydrochloric or sulfuric acid. Both are quite safe. ...Read more
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Is ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) another name for adrenaline?
Similar but diff: Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) is a compound that is found in some natural products (in small amounts) and is used in many otc drug products, and in a lot of "natural remedies". It's actions are very similar to adrenaline. In low doses, it can be a mild stimulant, like caffeine. In higher doses, or in susceptible people, it can be dangerous. ...Read more
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Which promethazine pills contain ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate)?
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. ...Read more
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What is the difference between ephedrine hcl, ephedrine sulfate?
Same active: Ingredient.
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What is the difference between herbal ephedra and ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) HCl itself?
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. ...Read more
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What is ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) used for?
Stimulant: Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) is a dangerous stimulant that has been linked to brain & cardiac problems. It was sold for weight control and as an energy booster before it was made illegal to sell in us. ...Read more
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What are ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) alkaloids for?
A stimulant: Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) is similar to the stimulants the body makes itself - adrenaline, noradrenaline and dopamine, and does many of the same things - raises blood pressure and pulse, is a decongestant, appetite suppressant. Because of its risks, most doctors no longer prescribe it, and use pseudoEphedrine (ephedrine sulfate) (sudafed) instead as a decongestant mainly. It is still found in many herbal drugs, esp from china. ...Read more
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What is the difference b/t ephedrine HCl and ephedrine sulfate?
Same active: Ingredient.
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Is ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) an effective medicine?
Ephidrine: Its a medication used to address severe hypo-tension(low bp) at times for shortness of breath for specific reasons and usually provided in IV or through skin injection. ...Read more
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What is the difference between pseudo ephedrine nosedrops and pseudo ephedrine sulfate?
Same drug, : Different area for delivery.
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How safe are cordifolia ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) pills?
Not very!: They are of mixed potency (active ingredient ephedrine) which can elevate blood pressure, cause cardiac arrhythmias, hypoglycemia, and are quite dangerous if you take thyroid. A proper diet is more effective in losing weight than this bogus nutritional supplement! ...Read more
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Which is more effective pseudoephedrine sulfate vs pseudoephedrine hcl?
Wrong choice: No clinical difference in the decongestant effect. But the effect is due to vasoconstriction of the blood vessels in sinuses and nose, which is followed by rebound worsening of congestion and systemic side-effects including hyertension, tremors, anxiety, even stroke. For nasal congestion, one should use an inhaled steroid, eg, Flonase (fluticasone nasal) spray; it treats sinuses and nose better. ...Read more
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Is ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) kinda like adderral?
No: Ephedrine is chemically related to amphetamine (adderall), but they are different enough that Ephedrine has little or no benefit with respect to adhd. Both do dry up nasal membranes, though. ...Read more
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What is the drug guaifen w/p ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate)?
It is a respiratory: product that has both a bronchodilator (ephedrine) and the guaifenesin as a mucolytic. ...Read more
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What is the difference between ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) and amphetamine?
They are both: Psychostimulants. Ephedrine's effects are less potent but last longer than amphetamine. ...Read more
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How does ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) treat myasthenia gravis?
It doesn't: If you or a family member has myasthenia gravis, there are many approaches to successfully treat this, but ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) is not either an approved or successful approach to treat the condition. Best to find an experienced neurologist to deal with this potentially complex disorder. ...Read more