| Chemical Properties | white crystalline powder |
| Uses | Labeled analogue of (-)-erythro-Ephedrine Sulfate, the sulfate salt of the α- and β-adrenergic agonist Ephedrine. (-)-erythro-Ephedrine is a sympathomimetic amine with stimulant properties. (-)-erythr
o-Ephedrine Sulfate is a bronchodilator used in the treatment of asthma. |
| Uses | (-)-erythro-Ephedrine Sulfate is the sulfate salt of the α- and β-adrenergic agonist Ephedrine. (-)-erythro-Ephedrine is a sympathomimetic amine with stimulant properties. (-)-erythro-Ephedrine Sulfate is a bronchodilator used in the treatment of asthma. |
| Brand name | Isofedrol (Boehringer Mannheim GmbH,
Germany). |
| General Description | White microcrystalline powder. Odorless. Central nervous system stimulant. |
| Air & Water Reactions | Water soluble. |
| Reactivity Profile | Aqueous solution are slightly acidic. Ephedrine sulfate is incompatible with strong oxidizers. |
| Fire Hazard | Flash point data for Ephedrine sulfate are not available; however, Ephedrine sulfate is probably combustible. |
| Safety Profile | Poison by intravenous,
intraperitoneal, and subcutaneous routes.
Moderately toxic by ingestion. Human
systemic effects by intravenous route:
increased pulse rate and blood pressure.
When heated to decomposition it emits very
toxic fumes of NOx and SOx. See also
EPHEDRINE. |