Abstract |
Dimethylamylamine ( DMAA) was a forgotten pharmaceutical that was patented in 1944 as a nasal decongestant. DMAA has recently gained popularity as a dietary supplement, with claims of effectiveness as an athletic performance enhancer and weight loss aid. It is also sold as a recreational stimulant drug. DMAA is a sympathomimetic and potent pressor agent. This report describes 3 cases of cerebral hemorrhage in adults after the use of DMAA. The status of this substance as a synthetic or naturally occurring compound is also discussed.
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Authors | Paul Gee, Cheryl Tallon, Neil Long, Grant Moore, Ronald Boet, Suzanne Jackson |
Journal | Annals of emergency medicine
(Ann Emerg Med)
Vol. 60
Issue 4
Pg. 431-4
(Oct 2012)
ISSN: 1097-6760 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 22575212
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Copyright | Copyright © 2012. Published by Mosby, Inc. |
Chemical References |
- Ethylamines
- Illicit Drugs
- N,N-dimethylethylamine
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Topics |
- Adult
- Brain
(diagnostic imaging, drug effects)
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
(chemically induced, diagnostic imaging)
- Ethylamines
(adverse effects)
- Female
- Humans
- Illicit Drugs
(adverse effects)
- Male
- Neuroimaging
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
(chemically induced, diagnostic imaging)
- Substance-Related Disorders
(complications, diagnostic imaging)
- Tomography, X-Ray Computed
- Young Adult
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