Dextroamphetamine sulfate, DrugDigest:"Nausea, stomach upset, cramps, loss of appetite, diarrhea, constipation, dry mouth, headache, nervousness, dizziness, sleep problems, irritability or restlessness may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. Other side effects reported include rapid, pounding heart rate, rapid pulse, twitching, sweating, flushing, muscle tremor, mood changes or change in sexual desire or ability. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop chest pain or psychological problems while taking this medication or if you feel the drug is losing its effectiveness. This medication causes dizziness and can affect alertness. Use caution driving or operating machinery while taking this medication."
http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/SideEffects/0,3917,6089|Dextroamphetamine,00.html

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Dextroamphetamine sulfate, Getting Well:"Take Dexedrine exactly as prescribed. If it is prescribed in tablet form, you may need up to 3 doses a day. Take the first dose when you wake up; take the next 1 or 2 doses at intervals of 4 to 6 hours. You can take the sustained-release capsules only once a day. Do not take Dexedrine late in the day, since this could cause insomnia. If you experience insomnia or loss of appetite while taking this drug, notify your doctor; you may need a lower dosage. It is likely that your doctor will periodically take you off Dexedrine to determine whether you still need it. Do not chew or crush the sustained-release form, Dexedrine Spansules. Do not increase the dosage, except on your doctor's advice. Do not use Dexedrine to improve mental alertness or stay awake. Do not share it with others. If you miss a dose. If you take 1 dose a day, take it as soon as you remember, but not within 6 hours of going to bed. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the dose you missed and go back to your regular schedule. If you take 2 or 3 doses a day, take the dose you missed if it is within an hour or so of the scheduled time. Otherwise, skip the dose and go back to your regular schedule. Never take 2 doses at once. Storage instructions. Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from light."
http://www.pdrhealth.com/drug_info/rxdrugprofiles/drugs/dex1129.shtml

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Dextroamphetamine sulfate, Nondrug Health:"Exogenous obesity: As a short-term (a few weeks) adjunct in a regimen of weight reduction based on caloric restriction for patients refractory to alternative therapy; e.g., repeated diets, group programs and other drugs. The limited usefulness of amphetamine (see Mechanism of Action) should be weighed against possible risks inherent in use of the drug, such as those described below."
http://www.add-adhd.net/adderall.html

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Dextroamphetamine sulfate, Healthyplace Inc.:"Caution should be exercised when co-prescribing amphetamines and other drugs since clinically significant interactions with a number of drugs have been reported. In some instances, potentiations of CNS and cardiac effects could be life threatening. Dosages should be closely monitored."
http://www.healthyplace.com/medications/dextroamphetamine.htm

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Dextroamphetamine sulfate, MediResource.com:"This drug should be taken at the lowest effective dosage. For narcolepsy, the daily dosage may range from 5 mg to 60 mg daily depending on individual response. For attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children, the daily dosage may range from 2.5 mg to 40 mg daily for best response. Dextroamphetamine is not recommended for children under 6 years of age. Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor."
http://drugs.medbroadcast.com/ASP/DrugInfo.asp?BrandNameID=765

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Dextroamphetamine sulfate, MEDLINEplus:"The combination of dextroamphetamine and amphetamine is used as part of a total treatment program for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It works in the brain to decrease the hyperactivity of patients with this disorder. This medicine is also used to treat narcolepsy, a condition in which people fall asleep at inappropriate times, such as when driving or eating. The drug works by causing stimulation in the brain, making it easier to stay awake. People with normal sleep patterns should not use this medication to stay awake. This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information."
U.S. National Library of Medicine
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http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a601234.html

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Dextroamphetamine sulfate, Mosby, Inc.:"Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity: Not recommended for children under 3 years of age. In children from 3 to 5 years of age, start with 2.5 mg daily; daily dosage may be raised in increments of 2.5 mg at weekly intervals until optimal response is obtained. In children 6 years of age and older, start with 5 mg once or twice daily; daily dosage may be raised in increments of 5 mg at weekly intervals until optimal response is obtained. Only in rare cases will it be necessary to exceed a total of 40 mg per day. Give first dose on awakening; additional doses (1 or 2) at intervals of 4 to 6 hours. Where possible, drug administration should be interrupted occasionally to determine if there is a recurrence of behavioral symptoms sufficient to require continued therapy."
http://www.mosbysdrugconsult.com/genrxfree/Top_200_2000/Drugs/E3289.htm

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Adderall®, Recovery First:"Adderall® is a combination of Dextroamphetamine and Amphetamine. It is a Central Nervous System stimulant used to treat Attention Deficit Disorder and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder."
Recovery First
2701 West Oakland Park Blvd Suite 240
Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33311
800-734-5192 Fax: 954-735-6033
http://www.recoveryfirst.net/adderall.htm

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Amphetamine Sulfate (Adderall), Indications, Rxlist:"Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity: Adderall is indicated as an integral proof of a total treatment program which typically includes other remedial measures (psychological, educational, social) for a stabilizing effect in children with behavioral syndrome characterized by the following group at developmentally inappropriate symptoms: moderate to severe distractibility, short attention span, hyperactivity, emotional lability, and impulsivity. The diagnosis of this syndrome should not be made with finality when these symptoms are only of comparatively recent origin. Nonlocalizing (soft) neurological signs, learning disability and abnormal EEG may or may not be present, and a diagnosis of central nervous system dysfunction may or may not be warranted."
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/amphet_ids.htm

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Dextroamphetamine sulfate, RxList:"In Narcolepsy. In Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, as an integral part of a total treatment program which typically includes other remedial measures (psychological, educational, social) for a stabilizing effect in pediatric patients (ages 3 years to 16 years) with a behavioral syndrome characterized by the following group of developmentally inappropriate symptoms: moderate to severe distractibility, short attention span, hyperactivity, emotional lability, and impulsivity. The diagnosis of this syndrome should not be made with finality when these symptoms are only of comparatively recent origin. Nonlocalizing (soft) neurological signs, learning disability, and abnormal EEG may or may not be present, and a diagnosis of central nervous system dysfunction may or may not be warranted."
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/dextroamphetamine_ids.htm

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Amphetamine Sulfate, Description, Drugs.com:"Children 3 to 6 years of age: Oral, initially 2.5 mg a day, the dosage being increased by 2.5 mg per day at one-week intervals until the desired response is obtained . Children 6 to 12 years of age: Oral, initially 5 mg a day, the dosage being increased by 5 mg per day at one-week intervals."
http://www.drugs.com/alpha/a7.html

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Amphetamine Sulfate(Adderall), Treating ADHD With Medication, HealthAtoZ.com:"While there is no medicinal cure for ADHD, there are drugs that can temporarily relieve symptoms so both children and adults can focus, work, and learn more effectively. In particular, at least four psychostimulants are federally approved to treat ADHD: methylphenidate (Ritalin®), dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine® or Dextrostat®), pemoline (Cylert®), and Adderall® (an amphetamine comprised of dextroamphetamine saccharate, dextroamphetamine sulfate, amphetamine aspartate, and amphetamine sulfate)."
http://www.healthatoz.com/atoz/Adhd/atreating.html

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Dextroamphetamine sulfate, WholeHealthMD:"To treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, sometimes referred to as ADHD or simply hyperactivity. It is also used to treat narcolepsy (uncontrolled onset of sleep). How It Works. Dextroamphetamine activates nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord to increase motor activity and alertness and lessen drowsiness and fatigue. In hyperactivity disorders and narcolepsy, amphetamines improve mental focus and the ability to stay awake or concentrate."
http://www.wholehealthmd.com/refshelf/drugs_view/0,1524,183,00.html

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Amphetamine Sulfate(Dexadrine), The Real-World Drug Project:" A central nervous system stimulant first used as a decongestant and in the treatment of narcolepsy. It was issued in ship's kits and to German paratroopers in the Spanish Civil War. During World War II it was issued to troops on both sides to counteract fatigue amongst frontline units. Benzedrine is sold in flat pink, three-sided 5 and 10 milligram tablets. Standard dosage (below) is for about 25-50mg."
http://www.ambient.ca/cpunk/realdrugs.html

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Amphetamine Sulfate, Description, eGeneralMedical.com:"Amphetamine sulfate is a white odorless crystalline powder. It has a slightly bitter taste. Its solutions are acid to litmus, having a pH of 5 to 6. It is freely soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol and practically insoluble in ether. Dextroamphetamine sulfate is the dextrorotary isomer of amphetamine sulfate. The chemical name is (+)-alpha-methylphenethylamine Sulfate (2:1)."
http://egeneralmedical.com/rxlist00000718.html

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Amphetamine Sulfate, Clinical Pharmacology, Mosby's DRUG Consult:"Amphetamines are non-catecholamine sympathomimetic amine with CNS stimulant activity. Peripheral actions include elevation of systolic and diastolic blood pressures and weak bronchodialator and respiratory stimulant action. There is neither specific evidence which clearly establishes the mechanism whereby amphetamine produces mental and behavioral effects in children, nor conclusive evidence regarding how these effects relate to the condition of the central nervous system."
http://www.mosbysdrugconsult.com/genrxfree/Top_200_2000/Drugs/E3289.htm

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Amphetamine Sulfate(Adderall), FDA Approves Adderall XR (Amphetamine Product) For Once-Daily Treatment Of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, October 12, 2001, Doctor's Guide:"Shire Pharmaceuticals Group plc announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Adderall XR™ (mixed salts of a single-entity amphetamine product) for the treatment of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Adderall XR, a novel, extended-release formulation of Shire's well tolerated and effective ADHD treatment Adderall®(1)(2)(3), is designed to provide symptom control in the morning and throughout the day with just one morning dose -- an increasingly important benefit for children with ADHD and their caregivers."
http://www.pslgroup.com/dg/2088ca.htm

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Amphetamine Sulfate(Adderall), What's So Great About Adderall, Uniquely-ADHD.com:"First, this newly-approved preparation is, without any doubt, the most flexible medication available from the dose-management point of view. Tablets of 10 and 20 mg are double-scored, (editor’s note:which means they can easily be cut apart) therefore permitting accurate dosing at increments as low as 2.5 mg all the way through 20 mg."
http://www.uniquely-adhd.com/dt_news2.htm

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Amphetamine Sulfate(Adderall), Side Effects, PersonalMD.com:"Nausea, stomach upset, cramps, loss of appetite, diarrhea, constipation, dry mouth, headache, nervousness, dizziness, sleep problems, irritability or restlessness may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. Other side effects reported include rapid pounding heart rate, rapid pulse, twitching, sweating, flushing, muscle tremor, mood changes or change in sexual desire or ability."
http://www.personalmd.com/drgdb/6080.htm

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