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Dexedrine is an appetite suppressant which is a kind of stimulant (psychiatric drug).

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Drug Class

Appetite suppressant

Generic Drug

Dextroamphetamine

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Headache
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Restlessness
Tremor
Visual difficulties
Heart palpitations
Dyskinesia
Foul taste in mouth
Euphoria
Dysphoria
Loss of appetite
Unintentional weight loss
Change in vision
Reduced appetite
Shaking hands or tremor

Serious

Aggressive behavior
Drug problems
Illegal drug abuse
Loss of temper

Treats

Obesity
Condition
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults
Condition
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children
Condition
Narcolepsy
Condition
ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)
Condition

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