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Didrex
(benzphetamine hydrochloride) Tablets

DRUG DESCRIPTION

DIDREX Tablets contain the anorectic agent benzphetamine hydrochloride. Benzphetamine hydrochloride is a white crystalline powder readily soluble in water and 95% ethanol. The chemical name for benzphetamine hydrochloride is d-N,α-Dimethyl-N- (phenylmethyl)-benzeneethanamine hydrochloride and its molecular weight is 275.82.

The structural formula (dextro form) is represented below:

DIDREX (benzphetamine hydrochloride) structural formula illustration

Each DIDREX Tablet, for oral administration, contains 50 mg of benzphetamine hydrochloride.

Inactive Ingredients: Calcium Stearate, Corn Starch, Erythrosine Sodium. FD & C Yellow No. 6, Lactose, Povidone, Sorbitol.

Brand Name: Didrex
Generic Name: Benzphetamine
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