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BRAND NAMES:
Zenzedi, Adzenys ER, Adzenys XR ODT, Desoxyn, Dexedrine Spansule, Dyanavel XR, Evekeo, Vyvanse, Zenzedi, Vyvanse, Zenzedi, Zenzedi, Desoxyn
Generic Names:
Methamphetamine Hcl
Uses:
Treats attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Also helps with weight loss in obese patients., Treats attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and helps with weight loss in obese patients.
Therapeutic Classes:
Appetite Suppressant, Centrally Acting, Central Nervous System Agent, CNS Stimulant, CNS Stimulant
Forms:
Capsule, Long Acting Capsule, Liquid, Tablet, Long Acting Tablet, Long Acting Dissolving Tablet, Tablet, Long Acting Tablet
How it’s taken:
By mouth, By mouth
What form(s) does Desoxyn come in
Capsule
Long Acting Capsule
Liquid
Tablet
Long Acting Tablet
Long Acting Dissolving Tablet
Tablet
Long Acting Tablet
What are common Desoxyn doses?
Tablet 5MG
Common Desoxyn prescriptions
Desoxyn
5mg tablet
How to take Desoxyn
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Weight loss treatment: Take this medicine 30 minutes before each meal.
Do not take this medicine late at night. It may cause trouble sleeping.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Do not take this medicine late at night. It may cause trouble sleeping.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Weight loss treatment: Take this medicine 30 minutes before each meal.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
This medicine is used for different conditions and comes in different forms. Make sure you understand how to take your prescribed brand.
Extended-release capsule and tablet: Swallow the medicine whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Extended-release disintegrating tablet: Make sure your hands are dry before you handle the disintegrating tablet. Peel back the foil from the blister pack, then remove the tablet. Do not push Adzenys XR-ODT® through the foil. You may push Evekeo ODT„¢ through the back of the foil to remove it. Place the whole tablet on your tongue. Do not chew or crush it. You may move the tablet around between the tongue and the roof of the mouth until it melts.
Extended-release oral liquid: Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. Shake the bottle just before each use. Do not mix Adzenys ER„¢ with any food or liquid before taking it.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
This medicine is used for different conditions and comes in different forms. Make sure you understand how to take your prescribed brand.
Extended-release oral liquid: Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. Shake the bottle just before each use. Do not mix Adzenys ER„¢ with any food or liquid before taking it.
Extended-release disintegrating tablet: Make sure your hands are dry before you handle the disintegrating tablet. Peel back the foil from the blister pack, then remove the tablet. Do not push Adzenys XR-ODT® through the foil. You may push Evekeo ODT„¢ through the back of the foil to remove it. Place the whole tablet on your tongue. Do not chew or crush it. You may move the tablet around between the tongue and the roof of the mouth until it melts.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Extended-release capsule and tablet: Swallow the medicine whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Desoxyn contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to methamphetamine or similar medicines, or if you have glaucoma, an overactive thyroid, or a history of drug abuse.
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to amphetamines or similar medicines, or if you have glaucoma, an overactive thyroid, or a history of drug addiction.
Desoxyn warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have heart or blood vessel problems, including high blood pressure, heart rhythm problems, heart failure, a heart defect, or a history of heart attack or stroke. Tell your doctor if you have Tourette syndrome or a history of seizures, depression, bipolar disorder, or mental health problems.
This medicine may cause the following problems:Sudden death in people who have serious heart problems (including a heart defect)Serious heart or blood vessel problems, including heart attack and strokeHigh blood pressureUnusual changes in behavior or moodsSlow growth in childrenSeizuresPeripheral vasculopathy (blood circulation problems), including Raynaud€™s phenomenon Serotonin syndrome (when used with certain medicines)
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
Weight loss treatment: This medicine often stops working after you have been using it for a few weeks. Do not take more than your doctor has prescribed, even if this happens. This medicine is only for short-term use.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have heart or blood vessel problems, including high blood pressure, heart rhythm problems, heart failure, a heart defect, or a history of heart attack or stroke. Tell your doctor if you have Tourette syndrome or a history of seizures, depression, bipolar disorder, or mental health problems.
This medicine may cause the following problems:Sudden death in people who have heart defectsSerious heart or blood vessel problems, including heart attack and strokeUnusual changes in behavior or moodsSlow growth in childrenPeripheral vasculopathy (blood circulation problems)Serotonin syndrome (when used with certain medicines)
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
Weight loss treatment: This medicine often stops working after you have been taking it for a few weeks. Do not take more than your doctor has prescribed, even if this happens. This medicine is only for short-term use.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Sores, coldness, numbness, or color changes on your fingers or toes
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Desoxyn interactions
Do not use this medicine if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor (MAOI) in the past 14 days.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
Some medicines can affect how methamphetamine works. Tell your doctor if you are also using: Acetazolamide, ammonium chloride, ascorbic acid, buspirone, fentanyl, glutamic acid, guanethidine, hydrochlorothiazide, insulin, lithium, methenamine salts, omeprazole, quinidine, reserpine, ritonavir, sodium acid phosphate, sodium bicarbonate, St John's wort, tramadol, or tryptophan supplementBlood pressure medicineMedicine to treat depression (including fluoxetine, paroxetine)Medicine to treat migraine headachesPhenothiazine medicine
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Weight loss treatment: This medicine often stops working after you have been taking it for a few weeks. Do not take more than your doctor has prescribed, even if this happens. This medicine is only for short-term use.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
Do not use this medicine if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor (MAOI) within the past 14 days.
Some foods and medicines can affect how amphetamine works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Acetazolamide, ammonium chloride, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), buspirone, chlorpromazine, ethosuximide, fentanyl, guanethidine, haloperidol, lithium, meperidine, methenamine, methylphenidate, pemoline, phenobarbital, phenytoin, quinidine, reserpine, ritonavir, sodium bicarbonate, St John's wort, tramadolBlood pressure medicineCold or allergy medicineDiuretic (water pill)Medicine to treat depression (including desipramine, fluoxetine, paroxetine, protriptyline)Stomach medicine (including cimetidine, esomeprazole, omeprazole, pantoprazole)Triptan medicine to treat migraine headachesTryptophan supplement
Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine.
This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
Weight loss treatment: This medicine often stops working after you have been taking it for a few weeks. Do not take more than your doctor has prescribed, even if this happens. This medicine is only for short-term use.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Desoxyn side effects
Serious Side Effects
Chest pain, trouble breathing, fainting
Numbness or weakness in your arm or leg, or on one side of your body
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
Extreme energy or restlessness, confusion, agitation, unusual moods or behavior
Anxiety, restlessness, fever, sweating, muscle spasms, twitching, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
Fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
Seizure
Blurred vision, changes in vision
Sores, coldness, numbness, or color changes on your fingers or toes
Numbness or weakness in your arm or leg, or on one side of your body
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Anxiety, restlessness, fever, sweating, muscle spasms, twitching, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, seeing or hearing things that are not there
Chest pain, fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat, trouble breathing, fainting
Extreme energy or restlessness, confusion, agitation, unusual moods or behavior, trouble sleeping
Seizures
Pain in your lower leg (calf)
Sores, coldness, numbness, color changes or unexplained wounds on your fingers or toes
Sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking
Less Serious Side Effects
Dry mouth
Headache
Blurred vision
Loss of appetite, stomach pain