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ephedrine
C10H15NO A white, crystalline, water-soluble alkaloid present in several Ephedra species and also produced synthetically; a sympathomimetic amine, it is used for its action on the bronchi, blood pressure, blood vessels, and central nervous system.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Chemistry
- Category: Organic chemistry
- Company: McGraw-Hill
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