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ractopamine
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: A group of compounds that are derivatives of beta- aminoethylbenzene which is structurally and pharmacologically related to amphetamine. (From Merck Index, 11th ed)
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Phenylethylamines
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ractopamine [ 4-hydroxy-alpha-(((3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1-methylpropyl)amino)methyl)benzenemethanol,EL-737,El 737,LY 031537,LY-031537,ractopamine hydrochloride ]
veterinary growth stimulant
97825-25-7
*Phenethylamines
Growth Substances
Pharma Action
Adrenergic beta-Agonists
J Anim Sci 1989;67(6):1455