Dexedrine
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Other Important Information and
Precautions:
You cannot take Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) if you:
- have heart disease or high blood pressure
- have arteriosclerosis (hardening of the
arteries)
- have glaucoma
- have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor
(MAOI) like Marplan (isocarboxazid), Parnate (tranylcypromine), or
Nardil (phenelzine) in the last 14 days
- have a history of drug or alcohol abuse
Before taking this medication, tell your
doctor or therapist if you have:
- problems with your thyroid
- an anxiety disorder
- epilepsy or another seizure disorder
- diabetes
In addition to the information listed above,
there may be other important issues or precautions related to this
medication. For further information, you can ask your prescribing
doctor or therapist.
Side-Effect Information
Only some people will experience side-effects--and no one
experiences them in exactly the same way. If you experience any
side-effects, contact your doctor or therapist right away and
continue taking your medication.
Most Common Side-Effects
Irritability When you begin taking your medication, you
may notice that you feel more irritable than usual, that the
littlest things annoy you. Your doctor or therapist can help you
determine if your increased irritability is a result of the
medication and may modify your dose if agitation continues to be a
problem.
Insomnia If you experience insomnia as a result of your
medication, your doctor or therapist may change your dose, prescribe
a medicine to help you sleep, advise you to take the medication in
the morning, or change your medication altogether. To combat
insomnia, avoid eating heavy meals, exercising, or drinking
caffeinated beverages before bedtime.
