# Amphetamine (Amphetamine Sulfate)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/amphetamine
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Amphetamine?

Amphetamine (brand name: Amphetamine Sulfate) is a central nervous system stimulant. It is prescribed to treat narcolepsy, attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity.

## Brand names

Amphetamine Sulfate

## Indications

Amphetamine is prescribed for the treatment of narcolepsy and attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity.

## Conditions treated

- [Narcolepsy](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/narcolepsy)
- [Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/attention-deficit-disorder-with-hyperactivity)

## Mechanism of action

changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: central nervous system stimulants
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

palpitations, tachycardia, weight loss

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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