Phenylephrine is an agonist of α1-adrenoceptors. Nasal decongestant action is mediated by activation of α1-adrenoceptors in the arterioles of the nasal mucosa. This causes vasoconstriction, which leads to decreased edema and increased drainage of the sinus cavities.
| Cas No : | 59-42-7 |
|---|---|
| Name : | Phenylephrine HCL |
| Synonyms : | (R)-3-[-1-hydroxy-2-(methylamino)ethyl]phenol |
| Molecular Formula : | C9H13NO2 |
| Melting Point : | 143-145° C |
| Boiling Point : | 341.1±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Molecular Weight : | 167.205 g/mol |
| Density : | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Solubility : | Soluble in water (100 mM), DMSO (100 mM), alcohol, methanol, and ethanol (41 mg/ml at 25° C). |
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