Phenylephrine - Anesthesia Pharmacology
Trade Name: Phenylephrine
Brand Name(s): Neo-Synephrine
Drug Type: α-1 Agonist
Time of Onset: Rapid
Duration of Action: 5-20 minutes
Cessation of Action: Hepatic metabolism
Cardiovascular Effects:
  - Activation of α-1 receptors causes peripheral vasoconstriction and may cause reflex bradycardia
  - Other: Acts as a nasal decongestant and causes pupillary dilation
Uses: Hypotension

David Convissar, MD @countbackwardsfrom10

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