About Amphetamine and Dextroamphetamine

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This eMedTV article explains that amphetamine and dextroamphetamine is used to cause a calming effect for those with ADHD and a stimulating effect for those with narcolepsy. This page also covers how the drug works and lists possible side effects.

Potential side effects of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine include dizziness, nausea, and heartburn. This eMedTV page discusses these side effects and highlights some of the more serious and rare side effects of the drug, such as seizures.

Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine uses include treating ADHD and narcolepsy. This eMedTV resource explains how amphetamine and dextroamphetamine works and outlines some off-label uses, such as helping with weight loss.

This eMedTV segment explains that amphetamine and dextroamphetamine dosing guidelines will vary depending on your age and whether it is used to treat ADHD or narcolepsy. This page covers dosing recommendations and tips for taking the drug.

As this eMedTV Web page describes, there are potential drug interactions with amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, such as with certain antidepressants, some antacids, and MAO inhibitors. This page explains how these interactions can lead to problems.

This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at a number of precautions and warnings with amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, including potential allergic reactions and drug interactions. This page also explains who should not take the medication.

This eMedTV article explains that the patent for amphetamine and dextroamphetamine has expired, allowing a generic version of the drug to be manufactured and sold. This page also lists the strengths of generic amphetamine and dextroamphetamine.