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Methamphetamines - Drug Toxicity


Latest prescription information about Methamphetamines. Learn how to pronounce the drug's name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list. We recommend consulting your doctor to verify the information presented on this page or if you need any further clarifications.

Drug Name : Methamphetamines

Indication :


Drug is used as an anorectic agent and for treating hyperactive children.

Physiology :


Methamphetamine is an amine chemically related to ephedrine and amphetamine. It is used in the management of obesity, to treat certain depressive reactions, and as adjunctive therapy for epilepsy, deficit disorders and parkinsonism.

Normal Values :


Negative

Critical Values :


> 1000 ng/mL (> 3570 nmol/L)

Test Method :


Enzyme immunoassay(EIA), Thin layer chromatography(TLC).

Side effects :


Paranoia, tremor, insomnia, nervousness, anxiety, euphoria, hallucinations, sores on the skin , severe tooth decay, nausea and vomiting, weight loss , hypertension , arrhythmias and circulatory collapse.

Related Drugs :


Amphetamines
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