Oxydess Oral
In Depth
- Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
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Pronounced: (DEX-troe-am-FET-a-meen)
Oxydess Oral Uses
Dextroamphetamine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments. It may help to increase the ability to pay attention, concentrate, stay focused, and stop fidgeting.
This drug may also be used to treat certain sleeping disorders (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder.
Dextroamphetamine is a stimulant. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.
Dextroamphetamine is not recommended for use in children younger than 3.
How To Use Oxydess Oral
Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start using dextroamphetamine and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Take this medication with or without food, usually 1 to 3 times a day. The first dose is usually taken when you wake up in the morning. If more doses are prescribed, take them 4-6 hours apart or as directed by your doctor. Taking this medication late in the day may cause trouble sleeping (insomnia).
Use this medicine regularly exactly as your doctor prescribes in order to get the most benefit. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day on the days that you take it.
Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. Your doctor may adjust your dose to find the dose that is best for you. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully. If your symptoms persist or worsen, notify your doctor immediately.
This medication may cause dependence, especially if it has been used in high doses. In such cases, if you suddenly stop this drug, withdrawal reactions may occur. Such reactions can include severe tiredness, mood changes (e.g., depression), and sleep problems. Report any such reactions to your doctor immediately. When stopping long-term, regular treatment with this drug, gradually reducing the dosage as directed will help prevent withdrawal reactions. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
Though it is unlikely to occur, this medication can also result in abnormal drug-seeking behavior (addiction/habit forming). Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed. Properly stop the medication when so directed. This will lessen the chances of becoming addicted.
In you are taking this for ADHD, your doctor may recommend "drug holidays" when the medication is stopped for a short time to observe any changes in behavior.
