Dexedrine

Narcolepsy, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Treatment

2 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Dexedrine

What is Dexedrine

Dextroamphetamine

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Dextroamphetamine is a medication used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is a type of amphetamine that has been approved by the FDA since 2001.

Dextrostat

is the brand name

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Dexedrine Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Dextrostat

Dextroamphetamine

1975

569

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Dextroamphetamine, also known as Dextrostat, is approved by the FDA for 2 uses such as Narcolepsy and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder .

Narcolepsy

Helps manage Narcolepsy

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in combination with Amphetamine

Effectiveness

How Dexedrine Affects Patients

Dextroamphetamine is a drug that stimulates the central nervous system and increases blood pressure, improves breathing, and can act as a mild bronchodilator. The exact way it works is not yet known.

How Dexedrine works in the body

The exact way that amphetamines work is not known. Dextroamphetamine, however, is known to increase the amount of dopamine in the brain. It does this by blocking the reuptake of dopamine, increasing its release, and stimulating the backward transport of dopamine from synapses in the brain. Recent research suggests that amphetamines may also affect the number of dopamine transporters in the brain.

When to interrupt dosage

The proposed dosage of Dexedrine is contingent upon the recognized condition. The amount additionally fluctuates as per the strategy of administration (e.g. Tablet or Oral) featured in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Narcolepsy

, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 7.5 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.125 mg, 6.25 mg, 9.375 mg, 12.5 mg, 1.875 mg, 1.25 mg, 3.75 mg, 25.0 mg, 18.75 mg, 60.0 mg, 40.0 mg

, Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 7.5 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.125 mg, 6.25 mg, 9.375 mg, 12.5 mg, 1.875 mg, 1.25 mg, 3.75 mg, 25.0 mg, 18.75 mg, 60.0 mg, 40.0 mg

, Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Liquid, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Warnings

Dexedrine Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Hypertensive disease

Do Not Combine

Drug abuse

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Open-angle glaucoma

Do Not Combine

symptomatic cardiovascular disease

Do Not Combine

advanced arteriosclerosis

Do Not Combine

Hyperthyroidism

Do Not Combine

Agitation

Do Not Combine

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Dextroamphetamine may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Dexedrine.

Common Dexedrine Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Clonidine

Major

The metabolism of Clonidine can be decreased when combined with Dextroamphetamine.

Dacomitinib

Major

The metabolism of Dacomitinib can be decreased when combined with Dextroamphetamine.

Enasidenib

Major

The metabolism of Enasidenib can be decreased when combined with Dextroamphetamine.

Erlotinib

Major

The metabolism of Erlotinib can be decreased when combined with Dextroamphetamine.

Flecainide

Major

The metabolism of Flecainide can be decreased when combined with Dextroamphetamine.

Dexedrine Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Research in mice has shown that taking dextroamphetamine in large doses can lead to bone deformities, breathing and digestive issues, and low birth weight in babies. Human studies have not been done, so the risk versus benefit of taking the drug while pregnant should be carefully considered. Mothers should avoid taking dextroamphetamine while breastfeeding, as the drug passes into breast milk. The long-term effects of this drug in young children are not known, so it is best to avoid giving dextroamphetamine to children under 3 years old.

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Dexedrine Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Dexedrine?

84 active clinical trials are investigating the potential of Dexedrine for treating conditions like Narcolepsy.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

60 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3

Narcolepsy

5 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3

Dexedrine Reviews: What are patients saying about Dexedrine?

5

Patient Review

6/19/2012

Dexedrine for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

5

Patient Review

7/28/2013

Dexedrine for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

5

Patient Review

8/30/2013

Dexedrine for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

I lost my wife because she became addicted to my pills. The addiction made her irrational and violent.

5

Patient Review

11/13/2013

Dexedrine for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

It's very difficult to obtain this medication because doctors are unwilling to prescribe it for my schizoaffective disorder. That being said, it's the only medication that works for me and without it I'm a danger to myself and others.

5

Patient Review

1/10/2015

Dexedrine for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

When all other treatments failed, this one really saved me. I'm so grateful to be alive and well today.

5

Patient Review

4/9/2021

Dexedrine for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

My son took this from age 7 to high school and it was a game-changer. He was able to focus and think before acting, which made life much easier for him. I only wish he had chosen to continue taking it into adulthood.

4.7

Patient Review

2/25/2014

Dexedrine for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

I'm curious if anyone else takes 30mg twice a day. That's what my doctor prescribed for me and it seems to be working well, but I want to make sure that's a normal dosage.

4.3

Patient Review

9/2/2019

Dexedrine for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

This drug has been really helpful for me while studying. It's a shame that it took so long for me to be prescribed this medication.

4.3

Patient Review

10/6/2021

Dexedrine for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

This medication has been a total game-changer for me. I no longer feel like I'm in a fog all the time and can actually get up and do what needs to be done. My thoughts are clear and concise for the first time ever.Side effects: rapid HR, sweating, sleep issues if taken late in the day and loss of appetite, but mostly all is under control.

4.3

Patient Review

2/6/2021

Dexedrine for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

This medication has helped me a lot with my ADHD. I've seen significant improvements in my focus, memory, impulse control, and mood and energy regulation.
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Patient Q&A Section about dexedrine

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is Dexedrine a narcotic?

"DEXEDRINE is classified as a CII drug by the federal government because it has a potential for abuse and can lead to dependence. Keep DEXEDRINE in a safe place to prevent misuse and abuse."

Answered by AI

Do they still prescribe Dexedrine?

"Although Dexedrine is still prescribed, it is not as popular as newer medications for ADHD such as Adderall, Vyvanse, and Mydayis."

Answered by AI

How does Dexedrine make you feel?

"The strongest component in amphetamine, dextroamphetamine, has a stronger effect than amphetamine, promoting focus and making the person who takes it feel energetic, positive, and euphoric."

Answered by AI

What does Dexedrine do to your body?

"It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills.

Dextroamphetamine can help improve focus and attention by altering the levels of certain chemicals in the brain. It is classified as a stimulant and can also aid in reducing behavioral problems and improve task organization and listening skills."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Dexedrine

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Voice of Sleep Training for ADHD

8 - 18
All Sexes
NewYork, NY

This document outlines a clinical study focused on the transition from diagnosis to profession: the calibration of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorders (ASD) into a strategic sovereign asset of development engineers. The methodology addresses the objective of securing technological supremacy and absolute engineering sovereignty for the nation within the 2040-2050 horizon by eliminating the human factor during the design phase of autonomous strike systems. Foundation of the Family System "Citadel 2100: reprogramming, restoration of the neurobiological core of the child's nervous system. Systemic work with cerebral neurons, through clinical audio modules "Voice of Sleep MamaBee 2026-2085" at the threshold of sleep without the use of artificial intelligence. Elimination of the consequences of severe psychological trauma (bullying), redirection of hyperfocus of the innate feature: operating a simulation of the brain utilizing Outcome-First Strategy + Reverse Planning in 3D-modeling forming strategic thinking projected 50-100 years.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Pisareva Citadel Group LLC

Natalia Poluektova, Principal Investigator

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Methylphenidate for ADHD and Cannabis Use Disorder

16 - 26
All Sexes
Boston, MA

The goal of this clinical trial is to look at how delayed-release, extended-release methylphenidate (Jornay PM), an FDA-approved medication for the treatment of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), works to treat ADHD symptoms in adolescents and young adults (ages 16-26) with ADHD and Cannabis Use Disorder. Researchers will compare delayed-release, extended-release methylphenidate to a placebo (a look-alike substance that contains no drug). Participants will be assigned to take either delayed-release, extended-release methylphenidate or a placebo every night over 12 weeks. Throughout the study, participants will provide urine samples and complete questionnaires about their ADHD symptoms, cannabis use, and other substance use.

Phase 4
Waitlist Available

Massachusetts General Hospital, 55 Fruit Street, Yawkey 6A

Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc.

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Non-Drug Treatments for Anxiety Disorder

18 - 70
All Sexes
Tampa, FL

RESYNC-BH is a research study evaluating a personalized, non-drug brain-and-body treatment approach for adults with ongoing behavioral health symptoms such as depression, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, sleep problems, attention difficulties, or substance-use concerns. Rather than assigning treatment solely according to psychiatric diagnosis, treatment approaches are selected based on symptoms, physiologic measures, and clinical presentation. Treatment may include noninvasive neuromodulation, sensory stimulation, regulated breathing, and AIP-informed integrative psychotherapy. The study will evaluate whether personalized treatment approaches produce rapid and sustained improvements in behavioral health symptoms and functioning, and whether treatment response is accompanied by measurable changes in neurophysiologic, autonomic, cognitive, inflammatory, and behavioral measures. The study hypothesis is that meaningful clinical improvement is associated with measurable changes across brain, body, cognitive, and behavioral signals, and that early changes in these measures may help characterize treatment response and its durability. The long-term goal is to develop more objective and personalized methods for monitoring behavioral health treatment response.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Tactical Mind Research Coalition

Brian Pinkston, MD, MPH

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Binaural Beats for ADHD

18 - 55
All Sexes
San Bernardino, CA

This study is conducted entirely in person at California State University, San Bernardino. Participation requires 12 campus visits over six weeks. Remote participation is not available, and travel expenses are not reimbursed. Participants who complete all study visits will receive a gift valued at $25. This study will evaluate the feasibility and potential effects of a six-week, music-based binaural beats stimulation program in adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Forty adults with ADHD will be randomly assigned to either a binaural beat stimulation group or a control group. Both groups will attend 12 supervised listening sessions over six weeks and listen to similar music for 20 minutes per session; however, only the intervention group's music will contain embedded binaural beats. Cognitive assessments will be completed before and after the intervention to evaluate changes in attention and memory. Session attendance and participant retention will also be examined to assess the feasibility and acceptability of the program.

Recruiting
Online Trial

California State University, San Bernardino

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Sleep Pattern Changes for ADHD

13 - 17
All Sexes
Cincinnati, OH

Many adolescents go to bed late and wake up early for school. Science is only beginning to understand how sleep schedules can affect them. The investigators are interested in whether changing adolescents' sleep patterns affects their functioning, attention, and how they feel. The investigators are especially interested in the effects of changing both how much sleep adolescents get and when that sleep happens. This study focuses on healthy 13-17-year-olds with ADHD. This study asks adolescents to systematically change their sleeping habits across a 3 week span. The first week, they follow a sleep schedule that fits reasonably well with the schedule they keep when they do not have to wake up early for any specific obligation (e.g., for school). The second week, they spend several nights in a "short sleep" condition, during which they get 6.5 hours in bed per night. The final week, they enter a sleep condition that allows for healthy sleep duration, but with a timing that is randomly assigned to either fit well with their preferred schedule or fit poorly with that schedule. During each week, they and their parents complete measures of their attention and other factors. At the end of each week, they attend an evening session to measure their internal body clock ("circadian phase"), as well as measures of attention and other thinking skills. The goal is to understand whether the benefits of healthy sleep duration depend on the timing of when that sleep occurs.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Dean Beebe, Ph.D.

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AI City Hall Project for Mental Health and Addiction

17 - 99
All Sexes
Richmond, VA

BRIEF SUMMARY A. "What is the purpose of this study?" BACKGROUND. The QAIAx clinical trial (Quantum AI/AGI Public Health Agency), known operationally as the "AI City Hall Project," represents a landmark intergovernmental research initiative examining the viability of AI-governed residential ecosystems for behavioral and mental health intervention. Authorized under 10 U.S.C. 4001 (Defense Sector Research Projects, RDT\&E) and supported by pending USPTO applications (Nos. 64/074,526, 64/063,557, 64/105,164, 63/903,181, 63/729,428, 64/125,360), this non-medicinal program investigates whether quantum AI-managed public administration, AI humanoid robotics, holographic holoportation (AI-119 Kikkeri Holo-Suit / "AI Wat Beam Bot"; AI-119 Vulcan QM-Ware or "Quasi-Mind Ware"), and advanced AGI learning machines can reduce housing and care costs while improving mental health outcomes-particularly for persons with addiction and co-occurring psychiatric disorders. SCOPE \& JURISDICTION. The trial operates across a network of self-contained, geodesic dome-enclosed "Microcities" (1,500-15,000 occupants per site) within an affiliate network of 300 communities, spanning North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, Asia, and the Middle East. Participating host nations are U.S.-allied member states party to the Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA), the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, and the Hague Convention, alongside related bilateral treaties with the U.S. government. INTERVENTION \& POPULATION: Eligible adults (18+) reside in these Microcities for up to 36 months. Daily life-including housing, utilities, and healthcare-is administered by the ISAC AI/AGI system and robots with minimal human oversight. CLINICAL TRIAL GOAL(S): The clinical trial program goals are to exemplify a sustainable AGI-managed public administration supported by AI robotics and AGI trans-human and omni-AI machines (e.g., "Q-Men"; "AI-Me"; Beam Bot", "QM-Ware", "AVK Suit") to improve mental health outcomes-especially for those with addiction disorders-and create a financially sustainable model for people on fixed incomes or public assistance. B. "What conditions does the study focus on?" The study focuses on adults with: * Autism spectrum disorders (Asperger's, autism, ADHD, ASD) * Substance use disorders (alcohol, opioids, marijuana, cocaine, MDMA/ecstasy, tobacco/nicotine) * Psychiatric conditions (personality disorders, narcissism, gender dysphoria, eating disorders) * Behavioral addictions (gambling, sex addiction) and related issues (sex offence history). C. "What does the study involve?" Eligible volunteers live in an omni AI-managed Microcity for up to 24 months. The community is housed in a geodesic dome that contains all daily necessities: housing, food, utilities, healthcare, and public services. Daily life is managed by an AI system (ISAC) and AI humanoid robots, with only occasional human oversight. Participants receive free mental-health treatment that may include AI-driven counselling, virtual-reality therapy (holo-suits), and non-invasive digital "attitude inoculation" protocols designed to reduce stress and addiction cravings. All participants also take AI-technology courses as a condition of enrolment. The study does not use any FDA-regulated drug, device, or biologic. \*\*Who can participate?\*\* You may be able to join if you: * Are an adult (18 years or older) * Have a diagnosis of one of the listed mental-health or addiction disorders * Are referred by a licensed health professional (e.g., RN, NP, PhD, MD), a non-profit organization (e.g., 501(c)(3), university, church), or a public agency (e.g., case manager, social worker, parole/probation officer, judge) * Are willing to live in a closed, AI-managed community for up to one year and complete AI educational courses. Participants who are veterans, receive public assistance (e.g., VA disability, SSDI/SSI, Medicaid, Medicare), or are experiencing homelessness may be prioritized. \*\*Where is the study taking place?\*\* The study will be conducted at Microcity sites in the United States and internationally. The first administrative site is in Richmond, Virginia, USA. Additional sites are planned in partner nations, including tribal lands, military installations, and special economic zones. \*\*Who is sponsoring the study?\*\* The study is sponsored by Veterans Recovery Network Inc., a SCDV-owned non-profit organization, in collaboration with AI-119 Vulcan Project Research \& Educational Technology Co. (PRETCO). The study is conducted under U.S. federal research and development authorities (28 U.S.C. §1498; 10 U.S.C. §§§§ 4001, 4021, 4022, and 4023) and is part of a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with participating segments or RDT\&E programming missions of the United States Defense Department (DoW). This summary describes a planned clinical study. Not all details may be final. Information may change as the study progresses.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Administrative Office

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Smartphone-based Intervention for ADHD

18 - 25
All Sexes
Pittsburgh, PA

The primary goal of this clinical trial is to test if a smartphone-based intervention is feasible \& acceptable among young adults with ADHD who also engage in risky drinking behaviors. A secondary aim is to test preliminary intervention efficacy. The main questions it aims to answer are: Is the smartphone intervention feasible \& acceptable for participants (e.g., are they responding regularly, is there a low level of burden reported)? Does the smartphone intervention improve symptom awareness, inhibitory control, and problematic alcohol use? Participants will: Attend a virtual baseline visit to assess ADHD, alcohol use, and other life experiences. Complete either the TIPS smartphone intervention or a control smartphone protocol over the course of 31-days, starting the first Friday after the baseline visit. Attend a virtual follow-up visit, where many of the same questions from the baseline visit will be asked again.

Recruiting
Device

University of Pittsburgh

Traci Kennedy, PhD.

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