Medicines based on Amphetamine
Amphetamine Information
Amphetamine is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Amphetamine have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Amphetamine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Amphetamine Benefits & Uses
Amphetamine is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Amphetamine Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Amphetamine Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amphetamine is used -
Moderate
- Behavioural Changes
- Hallucinations
- Blurred vision
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Mild
- Insomnia
- Restlessness
- Tremor
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Headache
- पेट दर्द
- Diarrhoea
- Urticaria
Amphetamine Related Warnings
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Is the use of Amphetamine safe for pregnant women?
Amphetamine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Amphetamine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Amphetamine safe during breastfeeding?
Amphetamine should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
Severe -
What is the effect of Amphetamine on the Kidneys?
Amphetamine is not harmful for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Amphetamine on the Liver?
Using Amphetamine does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Amphetamine on the Heart?
Amphetamine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Amphetamine with Other Drugs
Amphetamine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Amphetamine Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amphetamine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Hyperthyroidism
- Tourette Syndrome
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Glaucoma
- Seizures
Frequently asked Questions about Amphetamine
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Is this Amphetamine habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Amphetamine. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Yes -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amphetamine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amphetamine can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Amphetamine should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Amphetamine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Amphetamine Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Amphetamine
Taking Amphetamine with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Amphetamine
Consuming Amphetamine with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
See all substitutes for Amphetamine
- Amphetamine Tablet - ₹60
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