dexetrine without a prescription?

[cheyenne]

the drug used for people with ADHD..
how dangerous is it to take this drug without a precription?
what are some possible bad outcomes?
is there any way that i can have such a bad reaction that i can die?

[xXComeFindMeXx]

if your taking something that you dont need. there is a chance that, yes you can die. But i have not heard of anyone dieing of dexetrine.

[Krzysio]

Originally Posted by chancepace90

if your taking something that you dont need. there is a chance that, yes you can die. But i have not heard of anyone dieing of dexetrine.

There's a chance that you could die taking something that you are prescribed as well though.

Anyways I have no idea about this one: has anyone ever died of a single dose dextroamphetamines. It might increase your heart rate uncomfortably and I'd assume cause some arrhythmia. But I'm not sure that puts you at real risk unless you have pre-existing conditions. Obviously it depends on the dose and your body size and other factors.

[Krzysio]

Also: if you think you might have ADHD (since you mention it) try speaking with a health care provider. The worst that could happen is that they put you on the drug when you don't actually need it (the worry of many people currently). But since you're already considering taking it...

As an added bonus they might diagnose you with something other than ADHD and that Dexedrine wouldn't help much for. Anxiety disorder of some sort maybe?

[C'est la Vie]

Originally Posted by cheyenne

the drug used for people with ADHD..
how dangerous is it to take this drug without a precription?
what are some possible bad outcomes?
is there any way that i can have such a bad reaction that i can die?

Dexedrine is the prescription name for dextroamphetamine, so that's what I'll use to refer to the substance (the chemical name, not the brand name).

Amphetamines in general are a sticky drug..

Read here if you're really interested: http://forums.govteen.com/showthread...ht=amphetamine

But it's a bit of a long post, so to sum it up: dextroamphetamine OD is certainly possible and not difficult to achieve. Be smart about the drug, and take a low dosage (ESPECIALLY for your first time).

If you're using it for a study drug.... there's absolutely no point in doing so. Amphetamines can cause a state of extreme concentration but effectively block the formation of long-term memories (which is why individuals under their influence report time "flying-by").
If one does actually learn something, it was a placebo effect.

Normally, I don't tell individuals trying substances of that have acclaimed desired effects to actually just be placebo. Because if what is desired can still be achieved because one believes it to be true... then what does it matter? (Chris.. you misinterpreted.. understandably... one of my recent posts following this philosophy)

But amphetamines are too harsh of a drug to allow such frequent frivolous uses. Amphetamines are a great party drug and FANTASTIC on the day of a test.
But I highly discourage against their use. I took an insane amount of amphetamine, dextroamphetamine, and lisdexamfetamine last year... the personality change during is scary, and the residual psychological withdrawal can result in temporary extreme depression, anorexia, insomnia or hypersomnia, and mild psychosis.

Amphetamines are nasty... handle with caution.

[custodis]

I assume you're thinking about taking it for fun? I doubt you'll take a dose high enough to cause yourself serious harm, unless you have an underlying health problem. If you have high blood pressure, any cardiovascular disease, or an overactive thyroid i'd recommend that you DO NOT take Dexedrine. I would also avoid eating or drinking anything with caffeine in it, such as coffee, sodas, or massive amounts of chocolate. Dexedrine contains both dextroamphetamine and amphetamine, so you should avoid taking anything else that's going to jack you up.

Oh, and on the off chance that you've taken an MAO inhibitor recently, DO NOT take Dexedrine. Or your blood pressure will skyrocket and that will lead to all sorts of badness.

[me]

Originally Posted by C'est la Vie

But amphetamines are too harsh of a drug to allow such frequent frivolous uses. Amphetamines are a great party drug and FANTASTIC on the day of a test.
But I highly discourage against their use. I took an insane amount of amphetamine, dextroamphetamine, and lisdexamfetamine last year... the personality change during is scary, and the residual psychological withdrawal can result in temporary extreme depression, anorexia, insomnia or hypersomnia, and mild psychosis.

Amphetamines are nasty... handle with caution.

agreed agreed agreed. boyfriend has a disgustingly large prescription to dexidrine and dextrostat. i used to use frequently to help me catch up on paperwork on my job or to pass a long saturday at the store i used to work at. was great for accomplishing large and detailed tasks, but the effects were incredibly taxing on the body.

ive experienced heart palpatations (op you should also note that this medication could interact with prescriptions or otc meds you are currently on), anorexia that lasts well into the next couple days, very uncomfortable insomnia, and a pretty heavy depression once ive come down.

other unfortunate side effects that ive experienced are painful muscle cramps and soreness from overuse due to my hyperstimulation (from continuously writing/taking notes for several hours at a time and the general tense state it caused), sore throat (i talk way too much when im buzzing on it and smoke a stupid amount of cigarettes), and this issue i believe may be unique unto me: i experience an extremely uncomfortable throat tightness. its a sensation taht i can only describe as halfway between a burp and a swallow- as if there is an air pocket caught in my throat- it sounds harmless enough, but its quite distressing after about six hours of no relief.


to combat taht and prevent a drawn out period of not eating after ive come down i usually try to eat somethign like a yogurt, pudding or applesauce every few hours and drink plenty of fluids (you also find that you urinate like a racehorse so dont stray TOO far from a bathroom haha)

[custodis]

Originally Posted by me

agreed agreed agreed. boyfriend has a disgustingly large prescription to dexidrine and dextrostat. i used to use frequently to help me catch up on paperwork on my job or to pass a long saturday at the store i used to work at. was great for accomplishing large and detailed tasks, but the effects were incredibly taxing on the body.

ive experienced heart palpatations (op you should also note that this medication could interact with prescriptions or otc meds you are currently on), anorexia that lasts well into the next couple days, very uncomfortable insomnia, and a pretty heavy depression once ive come down.

other unfortunate side effects that ive experienced are painful muscle cramps and soreness from overuse due to my hyperstimulation (from continuously writing/taking notes for several hours at a time and the general tense state it caused), sore throat (i talk way too much when im buzzing on it and smoke a stupid amount of cigarettes), and this issue i believe may be unique unto me: i experience an extremely uncomfortable throat tightness. its a sensation taht i can only describe as halfway between a burp and a swallow- as if there is an air pocket caught in my throat- it sounds harmless enough, but its quite distressing after about six hours of no relief.


to combat taht and prevent a drawn out period of not eating after ive come down i usually try to eat somethign like a yogurt, pudding or applesauce every few hours and drink plenty of fluids (you also find that you urinate like a racehorse so dont stray TOO far from a bathroom haha)

You could be having a mild allergic reaction to the amphetamines, or... it could be hyperthyroidism? Hyperthyroidism is known to be made worse by amphetamines, as they stimulate the adrenal glands. The symptoms of hyperthyroidism are very similar to the side effects of amphetamines, with the addition of "a feeling of a lump or bulge in the throat"

[CaptainObvious]

Originally Posted by C'est la Vie

If you're using it for a study drug.... there's absolutely no point in doing so. Amphetamines can cause a state of extreme concentration but effectively block the formation of long-term memories (which is why individuals under their influence report time "flying-by").
If one does actually learn something, it was a placebo effect.

Substantiate this with evidence, please.

OP: You're unlikely to die from usage of amphetamine without using a very high dosage. However, amphetamine can be stressful for the heart, so if you have a heart condition I would not recommend it.

[C'est la Vie]

Originally Posted by CaptainObvious

Substantiate this with evidence, please.

OP: You're unlikely to die from usage of amphetamine without using a very high dosage. However, amphetamine can be stressful for the heart, so if you have a heart condition I would not recommend it.

Why encourage such acts? One would call you a devil's advocate in this situation.

David, have you ever gone on a speed binge? It starts out as simple as using it the night before to help one study... then you realize that you need it the day of the test too... then you can't sleep, so you figure you might as well study. By the end of a week-long speed binge, one's mind is so fried.. there are few words to describe it. It's state of pure hell I would never wish upon ANYONE.

Of course.. the dopaminergic/adrenergic rush improves short and long-term memory, but at what cost? Borderline psychosis...

[uncutamerican]

Originally Posted by CaptainObvious

OP: You're unlikely to die from usage of amphetamine without using a very high dosage. However, amphetamine can be stressful for the heart, so if you have a heart condition I would not recommend it.

It's true you probably won't die from taking amphetamines, but sudden deaths of teenagers and kids do occur from amphetamines, even if you're healthy and don't have a heart problem, and even if it's a low dose prescribed by a doctor. In fact it happens so frequently that the FDA issued a warning about it...

FDA ALERT [02/2006] Sudden Unexplained Death, Cardiac/Cardiovascular, and Psychiatric Adverse Events Associated with Stimulant Therapy for ADHD.
In February of 2006, the FDA warned of serious cardiac and cardiovascular risks including sudden unexplained death (SUD) associated with the use of amphetamine or dextroamphetamine in children, adolescents and adults. Individuals with structural heart abnormalities are at a greater risk for these adverse cardiac/cardiovascular effects although those without structural cardiac abnormalities are also at risk. In addition, psychiatric adverse events including hallucinations, increased aggression and mania have been reported in individuals taking amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. The risk of these effects is greater in those with existing psychiatric illness.

I certainly wouldn't take them if I were you, and it's not really an enjoyable high anyway.

[Infernux]

Originally Posted by C'est la Vie

Why encourage such acts? One would call you a devil's advocate in this situation.

David, have you ever gone on a speed binge? It starts out as simple as using it the night before to help one study... then you realize that you need it the day of the test too... then you can't sleep, so you figure you might as well study. By the end of a week-long speed binge, one's mind is so fried.. there are few words to describe it. It's state of pure hell I would never wish upon ANYONE.

Of course.. the dopaminergic/adrenergic rush improves short and long-term memory, but at what cost? Borderline psychosis...

I have never heard of anyone being caught up in an amphetamine binge like that before. Plus, I wouldn't say its the drug that makes you go on that "binge" in the first place. I know plenty of people that take amphetamines to study, and they say it helps. Sometimes some will stay up all night writing a paper or studying for a test. But you know what they do after the test? Go to sleep. If you try to take stimulants to overcome the natural need to sleep, then there is something seriously wrong with you, not the drug itself.

[C'est la Vie]

Originally Posted by Infernux

I have never heard of anyone being caught up in an amphetamine binge like that before. Plus, I wouldn't say its the drug that makes you go on that "binge" in the first place. I know plenty of people that take amphetamines to study, and they say it helps. Sometimes some will stay up all night writing a paper or studying for a test. But you know what they do after the test? Go to sleep. If you try to take stimulants to overcome the natural need to sleep, then there is something seriously wrong with you, not the drug itself.

.... you obviously have never held a part time job and went to school full time, taking 18 credits; there's no time for a crash.

[Infernux]

Originally Posted by C'est la Vie

.... you obviously have never held a part time job and went to school full time, taking 18 credits; there's no time for a crash.

I obviously have held a job, worked 30 hours a week, and took advanced placement classes at school, which was more class time than 18 credit hours anyway. I went to bed at around 3am every night. I know the feeling.

I have ADHD, I take perscription dexedrine. I have friends that don't have ADHD but have perscription dexedrine and take it. Sure, it keeps them up, but none of them have ever gotten into the "once you pop you just can't stop" type of attitude.

If someone doesn't have the self control and restraint to put down the pill and go to sleep when they need it, then they shouldn't be taking amphetamines in the first place.

[C'est la Vie]

Originally Posted by Infernux

I obviously have held a job, worked 30 hours a week, and took advanced placement classes at school, which was more class time than 18 credit hours anyway. I went to bed at around 3am every night. I know the feeling.

I have ADHD, I take perscription dexedrine. I have friends that don't have ADHD but have perscription dexedrine and take it. Sure, it keeps them up, but none of them have ever gotten into the "once you pop you just can't stop" type of attitude.

If someone doesn't have the self control and restraint to put down the pill and go to sleep when they need it, then they shouldn't be taking amphetamines in the first place.

BINGO. You have ADHD.... amphetamines 101... they affect those with attention deficit disorders differently than those without. And you were able to go to sleep, because you didn't have to cram for finals week.

They weren't taken for pleasure, but to help study (albeit still as a drug of abuse). You have a prescription... so I don't even see how you can be knowledgeable about the subject at hand: I believe the title of the thread is "dexetrine without a prescription?".



And honey... I took all AP classes my senior year in high school... they don't compare to university level classes.