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Amphetamine, Dextroamphetamine Mixed Salts
Latest prescription information about Amphetamine, Dextroamphetamine Mixed Salts. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Amphetamine, Dextroamphetamine Mixed Salts
Pronunciation : Am-FET-a-meen/DEX-troe-am-FET-a-meen
Trade Name(s):
International- Adderall. This combination medication belongs to central nervous system stimulants class, prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with counseling and special education. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : The recommended dose is 20 mg/day. Adolescents: Initial: The recommended dose is 10 mg/day. The dose may be increased to 20 mg/day after one week if needed. Child: Initial: The recommended dose is 10 mg once daily in the morning. It may be increased if needed. The maximum recommended dose for children is 30 mg/day. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet and capsule to take by mouth, with or without food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, high blood pressure, liver or kidney problems, growth problems, loss of appetite, blood disorder, involuntary muscle movements, seizures, abnormal electroencephalograms (EEGs), mood or mental problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breast feeding. * It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery, and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication. * It should not be used in children aged less than 3 years old and elderly. * Monitor blood pressure, pulse and heart function regularly, while taking this medication. Side Effects : Most frequent- Loss of appetite, sleeplessness, weight loss, emotional lability, depression, anxiety, headache, weakness and fast heart rate. General- Abdominal pain, (stomach ache), fever, infection, accidental injury and fatigue. Gastrointestinal- Loss of appetite, vomiting, nausea and indigestion. Central Nervous System- Nervousness and dizziness. Metabolic - Weight loss. * Avoid abrupt withdrawal and excess dosage. * Patient may develop with serious effects such as heart attack, stroke and sudden death in patients with heart defects. Before taking this medication, consult with your doctor. * Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may lead to addiction. Storage Conditions : Store it at controlled room temperature (25° C). |
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