phenylpropanolamine

American

[fen-l-proh-puh-nol-uh-meen, -min] / ˌfɛn lˌproʊ pəˈnɒl əˌmin, -mɪn /

noun

Pharmacology.

a substance, C 9 H 1 3 NO, related to ephedrine and amphetamine, available in various popular nonprescription diet aids as an appetite suppressant. PPA

Etymology

Origin of phenylpropanolamine

First recorded in 1945–50; phenyl + propane + -ol ¹ + -amine

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phenylpropanolamine

In 2000, the FDA asked manufacturers to remove phenylpropanolamine over concerns about an association with hemorrhagic stroke.

From Slate ● Sep. 13, 2023

Later Ayds were infused with phenylpropanolamine, a decongestant also used for urinary incontinence in dogs.

From Washington Post ● Jan. 25, 2019

The act also limited sales of other starting materials such as phenylpropanolamine and ephedrine, both withdrawn from the market for other health concerns.

From Forbes ● Sep. 29, 2013

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