LD50 in mice (mg/kg): 270 orally; 267 s.c. (Ciborska)
Usage And Synthesis
Uses
chlorphentermine hydrochloride is an anorectic agent. Chlorphentermine is the 4-chloro derivative of the better known appetite suppressant Phentermine (P318830). chlorphentermine hydrochloride is structurally related to amphetamine but is a relatively weak stimulant with little abuse potential.
brand name
Pre-Sate (Parke-Davis).
Safety Profile
Poison by ingestion,subcutaneous, intraperitoneal, and intravenous routes.Experimental reproductive effects. When heated todecomposition it emits very toxic fumes of HCl and NOx.An anorexic agent.
