Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Amphetamine, Dextroamphetamine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-anxious
-breathing problems
-changes in emotions or moods
-changes in vision
-chest pain or chest tightness
-fast, irregular heartbeat
-fingers or toes feel numb, cool, painful
-hallucination, loss of contact with reality
-high blood pressure
-males: prolonged or painful erection
-seizures
-signs and symptoms of serotonin syndrome like confusion, increased sweating, fever, tremor, stiff muscles, diarrhea
-signs and symptoms of a stroke like changes in vision; confusion; trouble speaking or understanding; severe headaches; sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg; trouble walking; dizziness; loss of balance or coordination
-suicidal thoughts or other mood changes
-uncontrollable head, mouth, neck, arm, or leg movements

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-dry mouth
-headache
-irritability
-loss of appetite
-nausea
-trouble sleeping
-weight loss

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Amphetamine, Dextroamphetamine. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Source: FDA