preludiin
Preludiin is a term sometimes used to refer to the stimulant drug phenmetrazine, most commonly marketed under the brand name Preludin. While the exact spelling “preludiin” is uncommon in most sources, the substance described here corresponds to phenmetrazine, a central nervous system stimulant that was once prescribed to aid weight loss.
Phenmetrazine is a monoaminergic stimulant that increases activity in brain pathways involving norepinephrine and dopamine. This
Medical use and history: Preludin was widely prescribed in the 1950s and 1960s as an appetite suppressant.
Risks and regulation: Common side effects include insomnia, restlessness, dry mouth, increased heart rate, and elevated
Related drugs: Other appetite-suppressing stimulants include phentermine, diethylpropion, and mazindol, which share a history of medical
Note: This article describes the historical and pharmacological context of preludiin/phenmetrazine; it is not a recommendation