Tag: amphetamine

Screenshot 2024 07 12 131122 Central Nervous System (CNS) Stimulants: Definition, Classification, Mechanism of action, uses and Side effects
Jul 12

Central Nervous System (CNS) Stimulants: Definition, Classification, Mechanism of action, uses and Side effects

 Definition CNS stimulants are a class of drugs that enhance the activity of the brain and spinal cord, leading to increased alertness, energy, and attention. They can affect various neurotransmitters and are used therapeutically for conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), narcolepsy, and certain cases of depression.  Classification of Central Nervous System (CNS) […]

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Dec 03

Hydroxyamphetamine- Definition, Uses, Storage

Hydroxyamphetamine is a chemical compound and a derivative of amphetamine. Its systematic name, 4-Hydroxyamphetamine, also knows it. This compound has sympathomimetic properties, meaning it mimics the effects of the sympathetic nervous system. In ophthalmology, healthcare professionals primarily use hydroxyamphetamine for diagnostic purposes. Specifically, they use hydroxyamphetamine eye drops to assess the function of the sympathetic […]