Phenylephrine Intermediate

Phenylephrine Intermediate is utilized in formulation of nasal decongestant sprays, topical medicine for hemorrhoids, and for pupil dilating eye drops. It is known to have chemical formula C₉H₁₃NO₂ with molar mass of 167.205 g/mol. This compound is a selective alpha adrenergic receptor agonist with excellent protein binding ability of up to 95%. Phenylephrine Intermediate gets metabolized by oxidative deamination in liver with elimination half life of 2.1 to 3.4 hours. It is known to work by binding to alpha receptors causing constriction of blood vessels. This is a type of sympathomimetic agent that can mimic activities of adrenaline & nor epinephrine.