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.