What is amphetamine?

Amphetamine is a central nervous system stimulant that affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.

Amphetamine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

The Evekeo brand of amphetamine is used to treat ADHD and also narcolepsy

Evekeo is sometimes used to treat obesity in people who have not lost weight with diets or other treatments.

Amphetamine is not approved for use in children less than 6 years of age, with the exception of Evekeo (approved for children age 3 and older).

How should I take amphetamine?

Using amphetamine improperly can cause death or serious side effects on the heart.

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

This medicine may be habit-forming. Never share amphetamine with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction.

Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Selling or giving away this medicine is against the law.

Take amphetamine with or without food, first thing in the morning. If taken too late in the day, you may have trouble sleeping.

If your doctor changes your brand, strength, or type of stimulant medicine, your dosage needs may change.

Use only the brand of this medicine your doctor has prescribed.

Shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose.

Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon (not a kitchen spoon) or medicine cup.

If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

To take the orally disintegrating tablet (Adzenys XR-ODT):

• Keep the tablet in its blister pack until you are ready to take it. Using dry hands open the package and peel back the foil. Do not push a tablet through the foil or you may damage the tablet.
• Use dry hands to remove the tablet and place it in your mouth.
• Do not swallow the tablet whole. Allow it to dissolve in your mouth without chewing. If desired, you may sip liquid to help swallow the dissolved tablet.

While using amphetamine, your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using this medicine.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

Keep track of your medicine. Amphetamine is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription.

Amphetamine is a powerful stimulator of the central nervous system. It is used to treat some medical conditions, but it is also highly addictive, with a history of abuse.