.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.A_AlimentaryTractAndMetabolism.A08A_AntiobesityPreparationsExclDietProducts.A08AA07_Cathine.Cathine .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.A_AlimentaryTractAndMetabolism.A08A_AntiobesityPreparationsExclDietProducts.A08AA07_Cathine.Cathine| name: | Cathine |
| ATC code: | A08AA07 | route: | oral |
| n-compartments | 1 |
Cathine (norpseudoephedrine) is a naturally occurring stimulant found in the khat plant (Catha edulis). It is a central nervous system stimulant similar to amphetamine but less potent. Historically, cathine was used as an appetite suppressant and for its mild stimulant properties. Currently, it is a controlled substance in many countries, and it is not an approved pharmaceutical medication for any modern medical use.
PK parameters are based on published human studies in healthy adult volunteers (both sexes), following single oral dose administration.