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What is the difference between ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) and amphetamine?

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Dr. Susan Uhrich answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

They are both: Psychostimulants. Ephedrine's effects are less potent but last longer than amphetamine.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/7/2016

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