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What is the difference between methamphetamine and the amphetamines prescribed as adhd medications?
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Chemistry: Methamphetamine, or meth, is double methylated, while amphetamine is single methylated. Simple put it makes it stronger, faster acting, and more dangerous. Meth actually breaks down to regular amphetamine in the blood.
Answered 5/8/2016
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Chemistry: Methamphetamine has a slightly different molecular structure than dextroamphetamine. Although methamphetamine can help treat adhd, Dextroamphetamine is safe, while methamphetamine is dangerous.
Answered 1/15/2020
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