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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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A 17-year-old high school student is brought to the emergency department because of irritability and rapid breathing. He appears agitated and is diaphoretic. His temperature is 38.3°C (101°F), pulse is 129/min, respirations are 28/min, and blood pressure is 158/95 mmHg. His pupils are dilated. An ECG shows sinus tachycardia. Which of the following substances is used to make the drug this patient has most likely taken?
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Pseudoephedrine