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Information |
Drug Groups
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approved |
Description
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A substituted phenylaminoethanol that has beta-2 adrenomimetic properties at very low doses. It is used as a bronchodilator in asthma. [PubChem] |
Indication |
Used as a bronchodilator in the treatment of asthma patients. |
Pharmacology |
Clenbuterol is a substituted phenylaminoethanol that has beta-2 adrenomimetic properties at very low doses. It is used as a bronchodilator in asthma. Although approved for use in some countries, as of fall, 2006, clenbuterol is not an ingredient of any therapeutic drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. |
Affected Organisms |
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Humans and other mammals |
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Absorption |
89-98% orally |
Half Life |
36-39 hours |
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