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Child Behavior (Expert Forum)
Dexadrine
Answered by
Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D. - Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, Family Therapy, Crisis Intervention
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
This forum is for questions and support regarding child behavior issues such: Child Discipline (behavior management), Normal Child Development, Parent-Child Communications, Social Development
Dexadrine
by leftout, Dec 24, 2001 12:00AM
My ex-wife has custody of our son. He was placed on Ritalin quite a few yrs ago, without the consent of me. He is now 16, a sophomore in high school and is now on Dexadrine. What can you tell me about this drug - is it safe, can it be addictive, are there side effects? I am asking this forum, because my ex-wife refuses to speak to me about this matter, or any other matters.
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D., Dec 24, 2001 12:00AM
, Dec 24, 2001 12:00AM
Dexedrine is the brand name for dextroamphetamine, one of the stimulant medications employed in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It is not addictive when it is used according to the guidelines issued by the prescribing clinician. Stimulant medications can be abused and are regulated by the government, so care must be taken to use them as directed. The most common side effects are appetite suppression and stomach upset (if taken on an empty stomach). Headache, motor tics and insomnia are less common side effects.
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