Adzenys: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Adzenys, also known as Amphetamine, is a drug used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Adzenys works by changing the amount of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine is also known as a stimulant. Taking Amphetamine can help you increase your attention, focus on an activity, and manage behavioral problems, and can also help you stay organized and improve your listening skills.

1. How to use Adzenys ER

Read the medication instructions provided by your pharmacist before you start taking amphetamines. If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
You can take this medicine directly, usually once a day in the morning, it can be taken before or after a meal. Taking this medicine late in the day can lead to trouble sleeping (insomnia).
Shake the bottle well before each use. Carefully measure the dose with a special measuring tool/spoon. Do not use a household spoon as you may not get the most accurate dose.
Do not drink alcoholic beverages while taking this medicine. Drinking alcohol can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects caused by the drug.
Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase the dose that you use. Be sure to follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
Use Adzenys regularly to get the most benefit. To make it easier for you to remember, take your medicine at the same time each day.
During treatment, in some cases your doctor may recommend stopping the medication for a short time to see if there are any changes in your behavior and if the use of the medication continues. necessary or not.
Do not increase the dose or use this medicine more often or for longer than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster and your risk of side effects will increase when you do this.

If you suddenly stop using this medicine, your body may develop withdrawal symptoms (such as severe fatigue, trouble sleeping, mental/mood changes such as depression). To help prevent this, your doctor may reduce your dose slowly. More likely to develop resistance if you have been using this medicine for a long time or in high doses. If you experience this, let your doctor know.
When this medicine is used for a long time, it may not work anymore. Talk to your doctor if this medicine is not working effectively.
Although Adzenys is effective for many patients, its use can sometimes be addictive. If you have a stimulant use disorder (such as drug/alcohol abuse or addiction), this risk may be higher. Take Adzenys exactly as prescribed to reduce the risk of addiction. Consult your doctor for more detailed information.
Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it is getting worse.

2. Side effects of drugs

Using Adzenys may cause some side effects such as loss of appetite, weight loss, dry mouth, irritability, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, fever, nervousness or irritability. difficulty sleeping. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, tell your doctor right away.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medicine because he or she has judged that the benefit outweighs the risk of side effects. Many people who use this drug have no serious side effects.
Adzenys may increase blood pressure. You need to check your blood pressure regularly and let your doctor know if the results are high.

Tell your doctor right away if any of these serious side effects occur, such as: Signs of blood flow problems in your fingers or toes (cold, numbness, pain or change in skin color). ), unusual wounds on fingers or toes, pounding/irregular heartbeat, mental/mood/behavior changes (such as agitation, aggression, mood swings, depression , abnormal thoughts, suicidal thoughts ), uncontrolled movements (such as seizures, tremors), constant chewing/crushing movements, uncontrollable words/sounds, changes vision (such as blurred vision), changes in libido/sex drive, frequent or prolonged erections in men.
Contact an emergency center right away if you have any very serious side effects, such as: fainting, seizures, severe headache, fast/pounding/irregular heartbeat, symptoms symptoms of a heart attack (such as chest/jaw/left arm pain, shortness of breath, unusual sweating), signs of a stroke (such as weakness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, vision changes) sudden force, confusion).

Adzenys can increase serotonin and rarely cause a very serious condition called serotonin syndrome/toxicity. If you are also taking other medicines that increase serotonin, your risk of this syndrome is increased so tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the medicines you take. After taking the drug, symptoms such as: Tachycardia, hallucinations, loss of coordination, severe dizziness, severe nausea/vomiting/diarrhea, muscle twitching, unexplained fever, agitation / unusual restlessness, immediately notify the doctor for timely treatment.
It is very rare that Adzenys causes serious side effects, however, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms such as: rash, itching/swelling (face/tongue) /throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
The above is not a complete list of possible side effects after taking Adzenys. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

3. Precautionary measures

Before taking Adzenys, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to this medicine; or with other sympathomimetic drugs (such as lisdexamfetamine, dextroamphetamine); or if you have any other allergic reactions. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which could potentially cause allergic reactions or other problems.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of conditions such as: high blood pressure, stroke, personal or family history of heart-related problems (eg. such as irregular heartbeat, heart attack, heart failure, and heart valve problems), blood circulation problems (such as Raynaud's disease), glaucoma, a personal or family history of the disorder substance use disorder (such as drug/alcohol abuse or addiction), personal or family history of mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, depression, psychosis psychosis, suicidal thoughts, personal or family history of muscle incontinence (muscular tics, Tourette's syndrome), overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), anterior seizures while using this medicine
Adzenys may make you feel dizzy. Dizziness is worse when the person uses alcohol or marijuana. Until you are able to do something about it. h is safe, do not drive, use machines, or do anything that requires alertness. Avoid alcoholic beverages. If you are using marijuana, tell your doctor.
Tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (such as prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, and other herbal products) before having surgery.
Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, the most typical sign being weight loss. Adzenys may slow a child's growth. Your doctor may suggest temporarily stopping the medication over time to reduce this risk. It is necessary to regularly monitor the height and weight of the child.

Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this medicine, especially chest pain, trouble sleeping, or weight loss.
During pregnancy, Adzenys should only be used when absolutely necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits of medication with your doctor. Infants born to mothers who are dependent on the use of this medicine may be born too early (preterm) and have low birth weight. Children may also show withdrawal symptoms. Tell your doctor right away if you notice mood swings, agitation or unusual tiredness in your newborn.
Women who are breastfeeding are not recommended to use Adzenys. Consult your doctor before use if necessary.

4. Drug interactions

Drug interactions may change the way this medicine works or increase the risk of serious side effects. This article does not contain all possible drug interactions. Submit a list of all the products you use (such as prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor. Never use, stop or change the dosage of any medication without your doctor's approval.
Taking MAO inhibitors with Adzenys can cause serious interactions, even death. Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, safinamide, selegiline, tranylcypromine) during treatment with this medicine. Most MAO inhibitors also should not be taken for two weeks prior to treatment with this medicine. Ask your doctor about when to start or stop taking this medicine.
Some products have ingredients that increase heart rate or blood pressure. Tell your doctor what products you are using and ask how to use them safely (especially cough and cold products or diet aids).

The risk of serotonin syndrome/toxicity is increased if you are also taking other medications that increase serotonin. Drug use, certain antidepressants (including SSRIs such as fluoxetine/paroxetine, SNRIs such as duloxetine/venlafaxine), among others. The risk of serotonin syndrome/toxicity may be higher when you start or increase the dose of these drugs.
Amphetamine is very similar to dextroamphetamine or lisdexamfetamine. Do not use medications containing dextroamphetamine or lisdexamfetamine while using amphetamines.

The use of Amphetamine in certain medical / laboratory tests (such as blood and urine steroid tests, brain scans for Parkinson's disease) may cause false test results if not known. appropriate usage.
If you have overdosed and develop serious symptoms such as fainting or difficulty breathing, call an emergency center immediately. Symptoms of an overdose may include: severe mental/mood changes, seizures, severe headache, severe restlessness, rapid breathing.
Do not share this medicine with others.
Laboratory and medical tests (such as blood pressure, heart rate, growth monitoring in children) may be done while you are taking this medicine.
Currently, Amphetamine comes in many different brands and forms. Not all have the same effect. Do not change brands without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember in the morning. If it is after noon or near the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose.
Store the medicine at room temperature, away from sunlight and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep out of reach of CHILDREN.

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Reference source: webmd.com