
What Are Amphetamines? Uses, Side Effects & Types
You might be hesitant to use one because the word “amphetamine” can carry negative connotations. But your healthcare provider is there to guide you and make sure these drugs are safe and effective.
Amphetamine: MedlinePlus Drug Information
Amphetamine: learn about side effects, dosage, special precautions, and more on MedlinePlus
Amphetamine | Definition, Effects, & Facts | Britannica
Nov 8, 2025 · The most commonly used amphetamines are methamphetamine (Methedrine), amphetamine sulfate (Benzedrine), and dextroamphetamine sulfate (Dexedrine). Amphetamines …
Common prescription amphetamines include amphetamine and dextroamphetamine (Adderall®), dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine®), lisdexamphetamine (VyvanseTM) and methamphetamine …
Amphetamines: Types, effects, addiction, and treatment
Jul 31, 2023 · Amphetamines are a drug class belonging to central nervous system (CNS) stimulants and have both illicit and legal variations, both of which are regularly abused. Here we look at the …
Amphetamines - Alcohol and Drug Foundation
Some types of amphetamines, such as dexamphetamine, are prescribed by doctors to treat conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy (a disorder that affects a …
By 1937 amphetamine was available by prescription in tablet form and was used in the treatment of the sleeping disorder, narcolepsy, and ADHD. Over the years, the use and abuse of clandestinely …
Amphetamines | CAMH
Amphetamines were first introduced in the 1930s as a remedy for nasal congestion, and marketed over-the-counter as an inhaler named Benzedrine. These drugs were also used medically to treat obesity …
Amphetamines are stimulants that speed up the body’s system. Some are legally prescribed and used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. WHAT IS THEIR ORIGIN? Amphetamines were first …
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