Mephentermine
Mephentermine
Mephentermine (pronounced: me-fen-ter-meen) is a potent cardiac stimulant which acts as a norepinephrine releasing agent. It is commonly used to maintain blood pressure during spinal and inhalation anesthesia, and for the treatment of low blood pressure.
Etymology
The term "Mephentermine" is derived from the Greek words "meph" meaning "drug" and "enteron" meaning "intestine". This is due to the drug's initial use in treating intestinal disorders.
Usage
Mephentermine is used to treat hypotension (low blood pressure), especially in patients who do not respond to fluid replacement. It works by stimulating the heart and blood vessels, increasing cardiac output and raising blood pressure.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Mephentermine include palpitations, tachycardia (rapid heart rate), and increased blood pressure. Less common side effects may include anxiety, nausea, and vomiting.
Related Terms
- Cardiac stimulant: A type of drug that increases heart rate and force of contraction.
- Norepinephrine: A hormone and neurotransmitter involved in the body's fight or flight response.
- Anesthesia: A state of controlled, temporary loss of sensation or awareness.
- Hypotension: Abnormally low blood pressure.
- Palpitations: Uncomfortably noticeable heartbeats.
- Tachycardia: A condition that makes your heart beat more than 100 times per minute.
- Anxiety: A mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry or fear.
- Nausea: A feeling of sickness with an inclination to vomit.
- Vomiting: The forcible voluntary or involuntary emptying of stomach contents through the mouth.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mephentermine
- Wikipedia's article - Mephentermine
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