dextroamphetamine

[ dek-stroh-am-fet-uh-meen, -min ]

noun

, Pharmacology.

1. a white, crystalline, water-soluble solid, C 9 H 13 N, that stimulates the central nervous system: used in medicine as an antidepressive and appetite suppressant.

dextroamphetamine

/ ˌdɛkstrəʊæmˈfɛtəˌmiːn; -mɪn /

noun

1. a dextrorotatory amphetamine, used to suppress appetite

Word History and Origins

Origin of dextroamphetamine¹

First recorded in 1945–50; dextro- + amphetamine

Example Sentences

However, there are some prodrugs of dextroamphetamine used to treat ADHD, such as Vyvanse, that have a slow onset and could be used for these patients, Willenbring said.

From Salon

People looking for energy throughout the day tend to do better with the sustained-release dextroamphetamine tablets, Hanson said, rather than people looking for an immediate effect.

From Seattle Times

Bryan A. Dennis of Casper entered the plea Thursday before District Judge Catherine Wilking to three counts of burglary, one felony count of possession of hydrocodone and one felony count of possession of dextroamphetamine.

From Seattle Times

Today, all four branches of the U.S. armed forces authorize the use of dextroamphetamine under specific conditions.

From Slate

Some high altitude climbers carry two emergency drugs: dexamethasone and dextroamphetamine.

From Scientific American