Ephedrine poisoning

Ephedrine (ephedrine) is the active ingredient of traditional Chinese medicine ephedra and can also be synthesized. Most of the poisoning is caused by mistaken taking of ephedrine or ephedra. Infant ephedrine-containing nasal drops or sprays can often cause poisoning. Under normal dosage, ephedrine can relax bronchial smooth muscle and constrict blood vessels, and is used to treat chronic bronchial asthma and hypotension. Large and long-term use can produce poisoning reactions, tremor, anxiety, insomnia, headache, palpitations, tachycardia, sweating, and fever. In addition, because ephedrine has a role in stimulating the central nervous system, the International Olympic Committee prohibits athletes from taking drugs containing ephedrine, and ephedrine is still the most important raw material for making methamphetamine. Drugs containing ephedrine have also been included in the scope of purchase.

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