Ephedra (plant)
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Ephedra is a genus of gymnosperm shrubs. As of July 2025, 74 species, and two hybrids, are accepted. The species of Ephedra are widespread in many arid regions of the world, ranging across southwester
Green ephedra Ephedra viridis close
E. fragilis Desf. male cones
E. distachya L. female cones with seeds
E. ciliata Fisch. & C.A.Mey. seed
Pseudoephedrine
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Pseudoephedrine is a sympathomimetic medication which is used as a nasal decongestant to treat nasal congestion. It also has many off-label uses, such as treatment of hypotension. At higher doses, pse
Ephedra (plant)
…belief, the species Ephedra procera is identified as haoma, and the plant and its extract are considered divine. The Ephedra alkaloids, ephedrine and pseudoephedrine — constituents of E. sinica and other members of the genus — have sympathomimetic and decongestant qualities, and have been used as dietary supplements…
A warning at an Australian pharmacy