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Brand names:
Dexedrine®, ProCentra®, Xelstrym®, Zenzedi®
Often used for:
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Sleep disorders
Dextroamphetamine is a medicine that stimulates the central nervous system (CNS). It is used to manage symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It works by changing the amounts of certain natural chemicals in the brain.
Dextroamphetamine can also be used to treat narcolepsy, a condition that makes people very sleepy during the day.
This medicine may be given in the clinic, hospital, or at home. It can be available alone or in combination with other stimulant medicine.
This medicine may be habit-forming with long-term use. It may cause physical dependence. Physical dependence is when the body starts to rely on the medicine. Stopping the medicine too fast can result in unwanted side effects. Your care team will monitor for this and will make a plan if the medicine must be stopped slowly.
If an overdose occurs, contact your care team immediately. Signs of possible overdose include: aggression, chest pain, confusion, extreme irritability, and suicidal behavior.
May be given as a tablet by mouth
May be given as a capsule by mouth
May be given as a liquid by mouth
May be given as a patch placed on the skin
Not all patients who take dextroamphetamine will have these side effects. Common side effects are in bold, but there may be others. Some side effects will lessen over time with continued medication use. Report any symptoms or side effects to your health care provider or pharmacist.
Find more information on side effects.
Be sure to discuss all questions and instructions with your health care provider or pharmacist.
This medicine may be habit forming when used long term. Watch for signs of misuse: