What is the brand name for Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine?
The brand name for Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine is Adderall.
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Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine
Adderall
Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine is the generic name for the brand-name drug Adderall. It is a stimulant (amphetamine) used to treat ADHD, narcolepsy. On the PTCE Top 200 drug list, Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine ranks #15 and is one of the most frequently tested cns/psych medications — commonly quizzed on its brand–generic pair, drug class, and key side effects.
| Generic name | Dextroamphetamine; Dextroamphetamine Saccharate; Amphetamine; Amphetamine Aspartate |
|---|---|
| Brand name(s) | Adderall |
| Drug class | Stimulant (amphetamine) |
| Class group | CNS/Psych |
| Common use | ADHD, narcolepsy |
| DEA schedule | C-II |
| Availability | Prescription only (Rx) |
What is Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine used for?
CNS stimulant for attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); some formulations are also used for narcolepsy.
What drug class is Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine?
Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine is a Stimulant (amphetamine) in the CNS/Psych group. Knowing the class is the fastest way to predict its uses, side effects, and the brand↔generic pairs the PTCE tests.
Common side effects of Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine
- arrow_rightDecreased appetite/weight loss
- arrow_rightInsomnia
- arrow_rightDry mouth
- arrow_rightAnxiety/irritability
- arrow_rightIncreased heart rate/blood pressure
Major interactions
- arrow_rightMAO inhibitors (contraindicated) → hypertensive crisis
- arrow_rightAcidifying/alkalinizing agents can decrease/increase amphetamine levels
- arrow_rightOther stimulants or sympathomimetics ↑ cardiovascular/CNS effects
- arrow_rightSerotonergic drugs (e.g., SSRIs, tramadol) → serotonin syndrome risk
Is Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine a controlled substance?
Yes. Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine is a C-II controlled substance under federal law.
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BOXED WARNING: CNS stimulants have a high potential for abuse and dependence; assess risk and monitor for misuse/addiction.
How to remember Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine (PTCE mnemonic)
ADDerall ADDs focus — mixed amphetamine salts, C-II. ↓Appetite, ↓sleep, ↑BP/HR; high abuse risk, no PM dosing.
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PTCE exam tip
Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine (Adderall) is a Schedule II stimulant for ADHD — a go-to controlled-substance example: no refills allowed. Don't confuse Adderall with the extended-release Adderall XR.
Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine FAQ
What is Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine used for?
Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine is used to treat ADHD, narcolepsy. CNS stimulant for attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); some formulations are also used for narcolepsy.
What drug class is Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine?
Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine is a Stimulant (amphetamine) (CNS/Psych group).
Is Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine a controlled substance?
Yes. Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine is a C-II controlled substance under federal law.
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