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Gepefrine[edit]

Gepefrine is a sympathomimetic drug that is primarily used for its vasoconstrictor and bronchodilator effects. It is a phenethylamine derivative and functions as an adrenergic receptor agonist, which means it stimulates the adrenergic receptors in the body, leading to various physiological responses.

Pharmacology[edit]

Gepefrine acts on the adrenergic receptors, specifically targeting the alpha and beta receptors. This action results in the constriction of blood vessels, leading to increased blood pressure, and the relaxation of bronchial muscles, which helps in easing breathing in conditions like asthma.

The drug's mechanism of action is similar to that of other sympathomimetic amines, which mimic the effects of endogenous catecholamines such as epinephrine and norepinephrine. By binding to these receptors, Gepefrine can increase heart rate and cardiac output, making it useful in certain medical situations where these effects are desired.

Clinical Uses[edit]

Gepefrine is used in the management of conditions that benefit from its vasoconstrictive and bronchodilatory properties. It may be administered in cases of hypotension to elevate blood pressure or in respiratory conditions to facilitate easier breathing. However, its use is typically limited to specific clinical scenarios due to the availability of other drugs with more favorable profiles.

Side Effects[edit]

As with other sympathomimetic drugs, Gepefrine can cause a range of side effects. Common side effects include:

In some cases, more severe reactions can occur, such as arrhythmias or angina. Patients with pre-existing cardiovascular conditions should use Gepefrine with caution.

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-'''Gepefrine''' (also known as '''Pressor amine''' or '''3-Hydroxyphenyl N-methylaminoethane''') is a [[pharmacology|pharmacological]] agent that acts as a [[vasoconstriction|vasoconstrictor]] and [[bronchodilation|bronchodilator]]. It is primarily used in the treatment of [[hypotension|low blood pressure]] and [[asthma]].
+== Gepefrine ==
-==Chemistry==
+[[File:Gepefrine.png|thumb|right|Chemical structure of Gepefrine]]
-Gepefrine is a [[phenethylamine]] derivative, specifically a [[phenol]] derivative. It is chemically classified as an [[alkylamines|alkylamine]] and a [[monoamine]] due to its structure. The chemical formula of Gepefrine is C9H13NO2.
-==Pharmacology==
+'''Gepefrine''' is a [[sympathomimetic drug]] that is primarily used for its [[vasoconstrictor]] and [[bronchodilator]] effects. It is a [[phenethylamine]] derivative and functions as an [[adrenergic receptor]] agonist, which means it stimulates the [[adrenergic receptors]] in the body, leading to various physiological responses.
-Gepefrine acts as a direct-acting [[sympathomimetic]] drug. It stimulates the [[adrenergic receptor|adrenergic receptors]], particularly the alpha receptors, leading to vasoconstriction. This increases the peripheral resistance and raises blood pressure. As a bronchodilator, it relaxes the muscles of the airways, increasing airflow to the lungs.
-==Medical Uses==
+== Pharmacology ==
-Gepefrine is used in the treatment of hypotension, particularly orthostatic hypotension. It is also used as a bronchodilator in the treatment of asthma. In some cases, it may be used in the management of [[shock (circulatory)|shock]] due to its vasoconstrictive properties.
-==Side Effects==
+Gepefrine acts on the [[adrenergic receptors]], specifically targeting the [[alpha-adrenergic receptor|alpha]] and [[beta-adrenergic receptor|beta]] receptors. This action results in the constriction of blood vessels, leading to increased [[blood pressure]], and the relaxation of [[bronchial]] muscles, which helps in easing [[breathing]] in conditions like [[asthma]].
-Like other sympathomimetic drugs, Gepefrine can cause a range of side effects. These may include [[tachycardia]], [[hypertension]], [[palpitations]], and [[anxiety]]. In rare cases, it may cause [[arrhythmia]] or [[myocardial infarction]].
-==See Also==
+The drug's mechanism of action is similar to that of other [[sympathomimetic amines]], which mimic the effects of endogenous [[catecholamines]] such as [[epinephrine]] and [[norepinephrine]]. By binding to these receptors, Gepefrine can increase [[heart rate]] and [[cardiac output]], making it useful in certain medical situations where these effects are desired.
+== Clinical Uses ==
+Gepefrine is used in the management of conditions that benefit from its vasoconstrictive and bronchodilatory properties. It may be administered in cases of [[hypotension]] to elevate blood pressure or in [[respiratory conditions]] to facilitate easier breathing. However, its use is typically limited to specific clinical scenarios due to the availability of other drugs with more favorable profiles.
+== Side Effects ==
+As with other sympathomimetic drugs, Gepefrine can cause a range of side effects. Common side effects include:
+* [[Tachycardia]]
+* [[Hypertension]]
+* [[Palpitations]]
+* [[Nervousness]]
+* [[Tremors]]
+In some cases, more severe reactions can occur, such as [[arrhythmias]] or [[angina]]. Patients with pre-existing cardiovascular conditions should use Gepefrine with caution.
+== Related Pages ==
+* [[Sympathomimetic drug]]
+* [[Adrenergic receptor]]
 * [[Phenethylamine]]
-* [[Sympathomimetic drug]]
+* [[Vasoconstrictor]]
-* [[Vasoconstriction]]
+* [[Bronchodilator]]
-* [[Bronchodilation]]
+== See Also ==
+* [[Epinephrine]]
+* [[Norepinephrine]]
+* [[Phenylephrine]]
+{{Drug-stub}}
-[[Category:Pharmacology]]
+[[Category:Sympathomimetic amines]]
-[[Category:Drugs]]
+[[Category:Phenethylamines]]
 [[Category:Vasoconstrictors]]
 [[Category:Bronchodilators]]
-{{Pharma-stub}}