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Research Notes on Amphetamines for Treatment of Depression

Amphetamines are sometimes used in adults to treat depression.1 Amphetamines belong to a class of drugs that stimulate the central nervous system. Dexedrine, Biphetamine, Das, Dexampex, Ferndex, Desoxyn, and Methampex are a few brand names used in the U.S. Generic names include dextroamphetamine and methamphetamine.2

Fast Facts:

  • Psychiatrists say that appropriate diagnosis and treatment is important for anyone suffering from depression.
  • Amphetamines are usually prescribed as an addition to antidepressant therapy in treatment-resistant depression.3
  • Although a controlled substance, abuse is possible.1
  • These drugs can increase blood pressure. Patients with a history of heart disease or hypertension should not use amphetamines.3


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Research Notes References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 eMedicine: Amphetamines Overview
  2. ↑ eNotes: Amphetamines - Purpose
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Wikipedia: Amphetamine - Contraindications

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Last update Mar. 20, 2009

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