Centrally acting sympathomimetics
Dextroamp Saccharate, Amp Aspartate, Dextroamp Sulfate and Amp Sulfate
The FDA lists this product in 60 strengths and forms.
Indications
Mixed Salts of a Single Entity Amphetamine Product are indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Narcolepsy. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) A diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD; DSM-IV ® ) implies the presence of hyperactive-impulsive or inattentive symptoms that caused impairment and were present before age 7 years. The symptoms must cause clinically significant impairment, e.g., in social, academic, or occupational functioning, and be present in two or more settings, e.g., school (or work) and at home.
The symptoms must not be better accounted for by another mental disorder. For the Inattentive Type, at least six of the following symptoms must have persisted for at least 6 months: lack of attention to details/careless mistakes; lack of sustained attention; poor listener; failure to follow through on tasks; poor organization; avoids tasks requiring sustained mental effort; loses things; easily distracted; forgetful.
For the Hyperactive-Impulsive Type, at least six of the following symptoms must have persisted for at least 6 months: fidgeting/squirming; leaving seat; inappropriate running/climbing; difficulty with quiet activities; “on the go;” excessive talking; blurting answers; can't wait turn; intrusive. The Combined Type requires both inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive criteria to be met.
Contraindications
In patients known to be hypersensitive to amphetamine, or other components of Mixed Salts of a Single Entity Amphetamine Product. Hypersensitivity reactions such as angioedema and anaphylactic reactions have been reported in patients treated with other amphetamine products ( see ADVERSE REACTIONS ). Patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), or within 14 days of stopping MAOIs (including MAOIs such as linezolid or intravenous methylene blue), because of an increased risk of hypertensive crisis ( see WARNINGS and DRUG INTERACTIONS ) .
Warnings and precautions
Abuse, Misuse, and Addiction Mixed Salts of a Single Entity Amphetamine Product has a high potential for abuse and misuse. The use of Mixed Salts of a Single Entity Amphetamine Product exposes individuals to the risks of abuse and misuse, which can lead to the development of a substance use disorder, including addiction. Mixed Salts of a Single Entity Amphetamine Product can be diverted for non-medical use into illicit channels or distribution ( see DRUG ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE, Abuse ).



