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Ephedrine

Ephedrine Definition Ephedrine is a natural phenylethylamine alkaloid that occurs as the main alkaloid in ephedra species(e.g. Ephedra sinica, Chinese seaweed - also known as "mahuang") and Catha edulis. The substance forms a crystalline white powder with a bitter taste. Ephedrine is soluble in 4...

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