Amphetamine



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  • Contains / Salt: Amphetamine


Amphetamine Information



Amphetamine Benefits & Uses

Amphetamine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Amphetamine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: ADHD
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: ADHD
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: ADHD
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: ADHD
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Amphetamine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amphetamine is used -

Moderate

  • Behavioural Changes
  • Hallucinations
  • Blurred vision
  • Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Mild

Amphetamine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Amphetamine safe for pregnant women?


    Amphetamine may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Amphetamine, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Amphetamine safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Amphetamine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Amphetamine should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Amphetamine on the Kidneys?


    Amphetamine is not harmful for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Amphetamine on the Liver?


    Using Amphetamine does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Amphetamine on the Heart?


    Amphetamine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Amphetamine with Other Drugs

Amphetamine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Amphetamine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amphetamine unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Amphetamine

  • Is this Amphetamine habit forming or addictive?


    Yes, you can get addicted to Amphetamine. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

    Yes
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Amphetamine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amphetamine can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Amphetamine only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Amphetamine in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Amphetamine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Amphetamine


    It is safe to take Amphetamine with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Amphetamine


    Consuming Amphetamine with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Adderall XR® (mixed salts of a single-entity amphetamine product- dextroamphetamine sulfate, dextroamphetamine saccharate, amphetamine aspartate monohydrate, amphetamine sulfate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 134-135



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