Pharm-Rx Phenylephrine Hydrochloride

Pharm-Rx Phenylephrine Hydrochloride is classified under active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) within pharmaceutical actives and precursors. This compound, phenylephrine hydrochloride, is commonly utilized in various pharmaceutical formulations for its decongestant properties and is used to relieve nasal congestion.

Chemical Name: (-)-Phenylephrine hydrochloride

CAS Number: 61-76-7

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    Identification & Functionality

    Chemical Name
    Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
    Molecular formula
    C₉H₁₃NO₂ · HCl
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    Definition

    Phenylephrine Hydrochloride contains not less than 98.0% and not more than 102.0% of phenylephrine hydrochloride (C₉H₁₃NO₂ · HCl), calculated on the dried basis.

    Chemical Structure

    Phenylephrine Hydrochloride - Chemical Structure

    Applications & Uses

    Regulatory & Compliance

    FDA Disclaimer

    These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

    USP Reference Standards
    • USP Norphenylephrine Hydrochloride RS 3-(2-Amino-1-hydroxyethyl)phenol hydrochloride
    • C8H11NO2 · HCl 189.64 USP Phenylephrine Hydrochloride RS USP Phenylephrine Related Compound C RS 1-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)-2-(methylamino)ethan-1-one hydrochloride
    • C9H11NO2 · HCl 201.65 USP Phenylephrine Related Compound D RS (R)-3-{2-[Benzyl(methyl)amino]-1-hydroxyethyl}phenol
    • C16H19NO2 257.33 USP Phenylephrine Related Compound E RS 2-[Benzyl(methyl)amino]-1-(3-hydroxyphenyl)ethan-1- one hydrochloride
    • C16H17NO2 · HCl 291.77

    Storage & Handling

    Storage Information

    Preserve in tight, light-resistant containers. Store at 25°C, excursions permitted between 15°C and 30°C.