what is ephedrine

Ephedrine is a medication used for various purposes. It is a sympathomimetic amine and substituted amphetamine, and it is used to manage and treat clinically significant hypotension, as a bronchodilator for breathing problems, as a decongestant for nasal congestion, and to treat low blood pressure caused by anesthesia. Ephedrine works by increasing the activity of norepinephrine on adrenergic receptors, which results in various physiological effects such as increased heart rate, bronchodilation, and increased blood pressure. It is available in different forms, including oral, injection, and as capsules and tablets