Dexedrine Addiction can cause a lot of problems for an addict. Dexedrine is the brand name for dextroamphetamine sulfate and is a respiratory & cerebral stimulant, and a schedule II controlled substance with a high abuse liability. Dexedrine belongs to a class of drugs called CNS (central nervous system) stimulants. It was initially developed in the 1920’s to treat depression and obesity but wasn’t approved to treat ADHD in children until the 1950’s. In the 1960’s and 1970’s it became widely used as a diet aid because of it’s ability to suppress appetite. It was also used by college students (illegally) as a stimulant high & a way to stay awake while studying.

Dexedrine Addiction can be a vicious cycle starting when the drugs stimulant effects begin to wear off causing sudden fatigue and depression. The addict usually will take another dose to counteract the “letdown” and it then becomes a vicious cycle that is hard to break usually resulting in the person with the Dexedrine Addiction to seek help from licensed counselors. In the situation that an overdose occurs, there may be numerous side effects including, but not limited to Assaultiveness, Coma, Confusion, Tremors, Convulsions, Depression, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Hallucinations, High fever, Heightened reflexes, High or low blood pressure, Irregular heartbeat, Panic, Rapid breathing, Restlessness, Nausea, Vomiting, and Abdominal cramps.

If a user shows any of these signs or symptoms, seek help immediately. With withdrawals from a Dexedrine Addiction, the length and severity of it is related to how much and how often the drug was used. If you stop taking it suddenly after weeks of continuous use, you will begin to experience withdrawal symptoms. The most pronounced withdrawal symptoms of Dexedrine Addiction are Depression and Fatigue. Some other symptoms include, but are not limited to Craving, Exhaustion, Confusion, Psychotic reaction, Anxiety reaction, Long disturbed periods of sleep, Irritability, and Hunger. If you or someone you know suffers from Dexedrine Addiction, please seek help. We are here for you and your loved ones in your time of need.