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MeSH Heading: Phentermine
Tree Number(s): D02.092.471.683.152.766
Unique ID: D010645
RDF Unique Identifier: http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D010645
Scope Note: A central nervous system stimulant and sympathomimetic with actions and uses similar to those of DEXTROAMPHETAMINE. It has been used most frequently in the treatment of obesity.
Entry Term(s): Adipex-P; Duromine; Ionamine; Phentermine Hydrochloride
Pharm Action: Central Nervous System Stimulants
Appetite Depressants
Sympathomimetics
Adrenergic Agents
Related Numbers: 0K2I505OTV; 1197-21-3; 122-09-8
CAS Type 1 Name: Benzeneethanamine, alpha,alpha-dimethyl-
Public MeSH Note: 74
History Note: 74(66)
Date Established: 1974/01/01
Date of Entry: 1999/01/01
Revision Date: 2013/07/08

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