Dextroamphetamine
ATC Code
N06BA02
Dextroamphetamine
Definition
A synthetic substance related to natural sympathomimetic amines and the synthetic agent amphetamine. In the central nervous system (CNS), dextroamphetamine induces the release of dopamine within the mesocorticolimbic system, a major component of the brain reward system, resulting in measurable behavioral changes such as euphoria. As a CNS stimulant, this agent may increase blood pressure and reduce appetite. Similar to other amphetamines, dextroamphetamine has a high potential for abuse, dependence, and addiction if used in large doses over extended periods of time. (NCI04)
Also known as (+)-Amphetamine, DEXTROAMPHETAMINE — per NCIT
Also identified as
- ATC N06BA02 per RXNORM
- NCIT NCIT:C28981 per NCIT
- SCTID 387278002 per RXNORM
- SCTID 50868004 per RXNORM
- UNII TZ47U051FI per RXNORM
Indications
| Disease | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, inattentive type | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Narcolepsy | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |