PRODUCT Properties
| Melting point: | 144°C |
| storage temp. | Hygroscopic, -20°C Freezer, Under Inert Atmosphere |
| solubility | DMSO (Sparingly), Ethanol (Slightly, Sonicated), Methanol (Slightly) |
| form | Solid |
| color | White to Off-White |
| Stability: | Hygroscopic |
Description and Uses
Phenylephrine is a selective α1-adrenergic receptor agonist used as a decongestant. Phenylephrine lowers intraocular pressure and is used as an agent to dilate the pupil.
Safety
| Symbol(GHS) |  GHS07 |
| Signal word | Warning |
| Hazard statements | H302-H315-H319 |
| Precautionary statements | P501-P270-P264-P280-P302+P352-P337+P313-P305+P351+P338-P362+P364-P332+P313-P301+P312+P330 |
| Risk Statements | 22-36/37/38 |
| Safety Statements | 26-36/37/39 |
| RTECS | DO7600000 |
| HS Code | 2908.99.9000 |
| Toxicity | LD50 intraperitoneal in mouse: 420mg/kg |
