dextroamphetamine-amphetamine

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-002396",
  "term": "dextroamphetamine-amphetamine",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definitions": [
    "A combination of drugs used as a treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy (a sleep disorder). It is a type of stimulant. Also called Adderall.",
    "A combination of two synthetic agents with central nervous system stimulant activity. Both agents are non-catecholamine, sympathomimetic agents that elevate blood pressure and cause bronchodilation. These agents are commonly abused psychostimulant drugs that induce psychologic dependence manifested by elevated mood, increased wakefulness, concentration, physical performance and a feeling of well-being. Tolerance to various effects develops unequally, so that tachycardia and enhanced alertness diminish while psychotoxic effects (hallucinations and delusions) may occur."
  ],
  "abbreviation": "SLI381",
  "synonyms": [
    "Adderall",
    "D,L-amphetamine"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms",
    "National Cancer Institute Thesaurus"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/dextroamphetamine-amphetamine/"
}