What Is Ephedrine Used For?

What Is Ephedrine Used For? Ephedrine is a central nervous system stimulant used to treat breathing problems (as a bronchodilator), nasal congestion (as a decongestant), low blood pressure problems (orthostatic hypotension), or myasthenia gravis. How does ephedrine affect the body? Because of its direct sympathomimetic effects, ephedrine can increase heart rate, contractility, cardiac output, and