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Dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine)

The d-form of AMPHETAMINE. It is a central nervous system stimulant and a sympathomimetic. It has also been used in the treatment of narcolepsy and of attention deficit disorders and hyperactivity in children. Dextroamphetamine has multiple mechanisms of action including blocking uptake of adrenergics and dopamine, stimulating release of monamines, and inhibiting monoamine oxidase. It is also a drug of abuse and a psychotomimetic.
Also Known As:
Dexedrine; Dexamphetamine; DextroStat; Curban; Dexamfetamine; d Amphetamine; Dextro-Amphetamine Sulfate; Dextroamphetamine Sulfate; Oxydess; d-Amphetamine Sulfate; dextro-Amphetamine; Dextro Amphetamine Sulfate; Sulfate, Dextroamphetamine; d Amphetamine Sulfate; dextro Amphetamine; d-Amphetamine; Benzeneethanamine, alpha-methyl-, (S)-
Networked: 1071 relevant articles (100 outcomes, 165 trials/studies)

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Experts

1. Check, J H: 33 articles (01/2017 - 01/2005)
2. Quevedo, João: 25 articles (01/2021 - 05/2006)
3. Valvassori, Samira S: 20 articles (01/2021 - 05/2006)
4. Kapczinski, Flávio: 13 articles (03/2020 - 05/2006)
5. Cohen, R: 13 articles (01/2015 - 01/2009)
6. Varela, Roger B: 11 articles (01/2021 - 12/2011)
7. Dal-Pizzol, Felipe: 9 articles (03/2013 - 05/2006)
8. Hodgkins, Paul: 7 articles (02/2013 - 11/2010)
9. Killgore, William D S: 7 articles (02/2012 - 09/2005)
10. Resende, Wilson R: 6 articles (01/2021 - 12/2012)

Related Diseases

1. Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
2. Cocaine-Related Disorders (Cocaine Addiction)
3. Weight Loss (Weight Reduction)
4. Seizures (Absence Seizure)
5. Pain (Aches)

Related Drugs and Biologics

1. Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
2. Pemoline (Cylert)
3. Modafinil (Provigil)
4. Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate
5. Dopamine (Intropin)
6. Sympathomimetics (Sympathomimetic Amines)
7. Amphetamine (Amfetamine)
8. Cocaine (Cocaine HCl)
9. Atomoxetine Hydrochloride (Strattera)
10. Caffeine (No Doz)

Related Therapies and Procedures

1. Therapeutics
2. Drug Therapy (Chemotherapy)
3. Injections
4. Telescopes
5. Physical Therapy Modalities (Physical Therapy Technique)