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Drugs that stimulate the release of neurotransmitters norepinephrine and dopamine
Classes include:
Amphetamine
Amphetamine like drugs
Anorexants
Analeptics
CNS Respiratory center stimulant |
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Class: CNS Stimulant
Drugs used to increase norepinephrine and dopamine
Includes drugs:
Dexoamphetamine sulfate (dexidrine)
Amphetamine sulfate (adderal) |
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Generic: Dextroamphetamine sulfate
SubClass: Amphetamine and anorexant |
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| Subclass: Amphetamine- like drugs |
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Class: CNS Stimulant
Drugs that act like amphetamines.
Includes drugs:
Methylphenedate(Ritalin)- DOC For ADHD
Monafil (Provigil)- For narcolepsy |
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| Disorder characterized by dysregulation of seratonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine |
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Generic: Methylphenidate
SubClass: Amphetamine-like drugs
Class: CNS Stimulant
Use: To treat ADHD by regulating dopamine, seratonin, and norepinephrine levels |
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| Lack of neurotransmitters that cause a person to lose consciousness |
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Generic: Monophile
Class: CNS Stimulant
Subclass: Amphetamine-like drug
Use: To treat narcolepsy |
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Class: CNS Stimulant
Drugs used to curb appetite
Not very popular due to addictive side effects
Drugs:
Dexoamphetamine Sulfate (Dexedrine)
Benzphetamine HCL (Didrex)
Dexatrim(Dietac) |
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Generic: Benzphetamine HCL
subClass: Anorexant
Class: CNS Stimulant |
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Generic: Dexatrim
SubClass: Anorexant
Class: CNS Stimulant |
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Class: CNS Stimulant
Drugs used to stimulate respiratory response in the brainstem and spinal cord.
Drugs:
Theophyllin- USed for acute respiratory distress
Caffeine |
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SubClass: Analeptic
Use: Stimulates respiratory center |
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SubClass: Analeptic
Use: given in acute and chronic respiratory disorders |
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| Subclass: CNS Respiratory center stimulant |
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Class: CNS Stimulant
Use: To treat respiratory depression
Drugs include:
Doxopram (Dopram) |
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Generic: Doxopram
SubClass: Respiratory CNS stimulant
Used to treat respiratory depression caused by drug overdose, COPD, and anasthesia |
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