About dextroamphetamine sulfate
Central nervous system stimulant
Used for
Usual adult dose
ADHD: usually 5 mg once or twice daily, adjusted gradually; narcolepsy doses vary.
Usual dose in children
ADHD, ages 3 and older: usually 2.5 mg once or twice daily, adjusted gradually. Not for children under 3.
Common side effects
- Reduced appetite and weight loss
- Trouble sleeping
- Dry mouth
- Increased heart rate or blood pressure
Important warnings
- Can cause dependence, misuse, or addiction.
- May worsen anxiety, agitation, or certain mental health conditions.
- Can affect growth in children; monitor growth during treatment.
- Avoid with monoamine oxidase inhibitors and for 14 days after stopping them.
Pregnancy
May pose risks to the fetus; use during pregnancy only when the expected benefit justifies potential risk.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended during breastfeeding; it may pass into milk and affect the infant or reduce milk supply.
Interactions
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors can cause dangerous blood-pressure increases.
- Other stimulants and decongestants may increase heart rate and blood pressure.
- Serotonergic medicines may increase serotonin-syndrome risk.
- Urine-alkalinizing medicines can increase dextroamphetamine levels.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.