Dexedrine

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Dexetrine is the trademarked name of a prescription drug that contains dextroamphetamine, a substance that stimulates the central nervous system. Belonging to the drug class of amphetamines, it speeds up the heart, blood pressure and metabolism, and increases body temperature.

The medical uses for Dexetrine are to treat adults and children with attention deficit disorder. The drug calms them, helps them to better focus on their tasks, and be less impulsive. It is also used to treat narcolepsy and excessive fatigue. Dexetrine is available as a liquid, a tablet, or in time-released form.

Dexetrine can slow a child's growth, and for this reason most doctors will prescribe Dexetrine to pediatric patients only after methylphenidate proves ineffective. Other side effects can be jitteriness, nervousness, insomnia, headaches, uncontrollable shaking, dry mouth, diarrhea, constipation, appetite loss, weight loss, and changes in sex drive. Some people experience mood changes, dizziness, fast heartbeat, and shortness of breath, and more rarely, hallucinations, seizures, frenzy, and changes in vision. Overdoses may result in symptoms such as aggression, restlessness, confusion, weakness, depression, fainting, seizures, and coma. Some people with undiagnosed heart problems have had heart attacks after taking Dexetrine.

Dexetrine interacts with many medicines, including monoamine oxidase inhibitors, some barbiturates, antihistamines, antipsychotics, Darvon, and medications for high blood pressure. It should not be taken by people with histories of substance abuse, high blood pressure, glaucoma, seizures, mentally ill, and heart disease. Very young children and the elderly usually are not prescribed Dexetrine.

Dexetrine is an addictive substance, and people go through physical withdrawal symptoms when they stop using it. These may include depression, nausea, cramps, trembling, tiredness, weakness, insomnia, and cravings for the drug.