Desoxyn

Why should Desoxyn not be prescribed?

You should not take Desoxyn if you are also taking a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor drug such as Nardil or Parnate. Allow 14 days between stopping an MAO inhibitor and beginning therapy with Desoxyn.

You should not take Desoxyn if you have glaucoma, advanced hardening of the arteries, heart disease, moderate to severe high blood pressure, thyroid problems, or sensitivity to this type of drug. This medication should not be taken by anyone who suffers from tics (repeated, involuntary twitches) or Tourette's syndrome or who has a family history of these conditions.

People who are in an agitated state or who have a history of drug abuse should not take this medication.

Desoxyn should not be used to treat children whose symptoms may be caused by stress or a psychiatric disorder.

Special warnings about Desoxyn

Desoxyn is not appropriate for all children with symptoms of ADHD. Your doctor will do a complete history and evaluation before prescribing this medication. The doctor will take into account the duration and severity of the symptoms as well as your child's age.

This type of medication can affect the growth of children, so your doctor will watch your child carefully while he or she is taking this drug. The long-term effects of this type of medication in children have not been established.

Desoxyn should be used with caution if you have mild high blood pressure.

Desoxyn may affect your ability to perform potentially hazardous activities, such as operating machinery or driving a car.

Desoxyn should not be used to combat fatigue or to replace rest.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Desoxyn

If Desoxyn is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or changed. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Desoxyn with the following:

Antidepressants classified as tricyclics, such as Elavil, Pamelor, and Tofranil
Drugs classified as monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, such as the antidepressants Nardil and Parnate
Drugs classified as phenothiazines, such as the antipsychotic medications chlorpromazine and prochlorperazine
Guanethidine
Insulin