Methamphetamine

What is Methamphetamine?

The central nervous system is stimulated by methamphetamine. The drug affects the chemicals that are produced in the nerves and brain, which contributes to hyperactivity. In order to treat hyperactivity and attention deficit disorder, methamphetamine can be used. There are also other ways to use methamphetamine for treating obesity, such as when diets and other treatment methods have failed. This guide does not list all possible uses of methamphetamine.

Warnings

Methamphetamine should be avoided if you suffer from glaucoma or an overactive thyroid. You may also have moderate to severe hypertension, coronary heart disease, heart or arterial disease, and a history of drug abuse. This medicine can be addictive and is classified as a substance of abuse. Inform your doctor about any drug abuse or alcohol problems you may have. Stimulants can cause strokes, heart attacks, and sudden deaths in those with heart problems, high blood pressure, or heart defects. You should not take methamphetamine after taking an MAO inhibitor within the last 14 days. This includes isocarboxazid (linezolid), methylene green injection (phenelzine), rasagiline, or selegiline. If you are prone to mental illnesses like depression or bipolar disorders, methamphetamine can cause psychosis. It is possible that you have a blood circulation problem. This can lead to numbness or pain in your fingertips or toes.

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: signs of heart disease: feeling faint, lightheaded, or having trouble breathing; sign of psychosis: aggression, paranoia, new behaviors, or seeing or hearing something that is not true; sign of circulation issues—unidentified injuries on fingers or toes

Before you take this drug

Methamphetamine should be avoided if:

• High blood pressure, moderate to severe;
• Heart disease, or hardened arteries (hardened coronary artery);
• Overactive thyroid
• Glaucoma;
• Severe anxiety, tension, or agitation (stimulant medicines can worsen these symptoms);
• A history of alcohol or drug abuse.

If you've used MAO inhibitors in the last 14 days, do not take methamphetamine. Ian unwanted drug interaction could occur. There are many MAO inhibitors, including isocarboxazid and linezolid.Some medications can cause serious serotonin-related syndromes when taken with methamphetamine. Tell your doctor if you are also taking opioids, herbal remedies, medicines for mental illnesses like Parkinson's disease, migraine headaches, or medication to prevent nausea or vomiting. Consult your doctor before changing the way or when you are taking your medication.

Certain stimulants can cause strokes, heart attacks, or sudden deaths in some people. Inform your doctor about:

• Heart problems or a congenital heart defect;
• High blood pressure
• A family history of sudden or heart-related death

Tell your doctor about any of the following to ensure that this medication is safe for your health:

• Depression, bipolar disorders, psychosis, or thoughts of suicide are all examples.
• Motor tics, or Tourette syndrome, is a condition where muscle twitches occur.
• Seizures or epilepsy;
• An abnormal brainwave test (EEG);
• Diabetes;
• Blood circulation problems of the feet or hands

Methamphetamine is only effective in treating obesity after other medications or diets have failed to reduce weight.This medicine can lead to premature births, low birthweight, or withdrawal symptoms for the baby. Inform your doctor of any pregnancy or plans to get pregnant.It is possible that methamphetamine will pass through breast milk, which can harm nursing babies.As this medication could potentially interfere with breast feeding, if taken it must not be breastfed.The FDA has not approved the use of methamphetamine by children younger than six years. It is also not FDA-approved for treating obesity in children younger than twelve years.

How to take Methamphetamine?

Follow the directions on your prescription label. Please follow all the instructions on the prescription label. Your dose may be changed by your doctor from time to time. Use this medication only as prescribed.Do not exceed the recommended dose or extend its use beyond what is specified..It is possible that methamphetamine can become addictive. Do not share your medicine, particularly with someone who has a drug addiction or abuse history. Store the pills in an area where other people cannot access them. It is illegal to sell or give away the medicine.Your pharmacist or doctor should be your source for answers if any information provided, such as medication guides and instructions, has any doubts or you need further clarification. If necessary, seek assistance from them before continuing your course of treatment.. Do not increase the dose if you take methamphetamine for obesity treatment and find that your appetite increases. Call your doctor and stop taking the medication. During the course of your treatment, you will be required to visit your doctor regularly. You should tell any doctor who treats you about the medication you're taking. Keep away from heat, moisture, and light. Track your medication. Know that methamphetamine can be misused, and keep an eye on any medicines prescribed to you.

What happens if I miss the dose?

Do not wait until the evening to take the dose you missed. If it's almost nighttime, skip the missed dose. You should not take more medicine to compensate for a missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222 or seek emergency medical care. A methamphetamine overdose can be deadly. Restlessness, muscle weakness or pain, rapid breathing, and panic are all symptoms of an overdose. Depression and fatigue may follow these symptoms. A severe overdose can also lead to seizures or a coma.

What should be avoided?

The medication can affect your ability to think or react. You should be careful when driving or doing anything else that requires alertness. Avoid taking vitamin C or fruit juices before or while taking methamphetamine. They can cause your body to absorb less medicine.

Side effects of Methamphetamine

If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergy to methamphetamine, seek immediate medical attention: difficulty breathing, hives, swelling in your lips, face, throat, or tongue.

If you experience:

• Signs of Heart Problems: Chest Pain, Difficulty Breathing and the Sensation That You Could Pass Out.
• Signs of psychosis include hallucinations, new behavioral problems, aggressiveness, hostility, and paranoia.
• Signs of Circulation Problems: Numbness, Pain, Cold Feeling, Unexplained Wounds, or Skin Color Changes (Pale, Red, or Blue Appearance) on Your Fingers or Toes
• A seizure (convulsions);
• Muscle twitches or tics
• Changes in your vision

If you experience symptoms such as hallucinations or agitation; fever; sweating and shivering; rapid heartbeat; stiffness of the muscles; twitching of the muscles; lack of coordination; nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or a fast heartbeat, seek medical help immediately. Children's growth can be affected by methamphetamine. If your child's growth isn't normal while taking this medication, tell your doctor.

Methamphetamine can cause a variety of side effects.

• Headache or dizziness;
• Fast heartbeats;
• Sleep problems (insomnia);
• Diarrhea, constipation, and an upset stomach;
• Tremors;
• Weight loss, loss of appetite

There may be other side effects. For medical advice regarding side effects, always contact your healthcare provider first. To report adverse reactions with the FDA directly at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Details on dosage

Adult dose for obesity:
Take 5 mg 30 minutes prior to each meal.
The duration of therapy should not be more than a couple weeks.
Use: As a short-term addition to calorie restriction in weight loss regimens; in patients with obesity who are resistant to other therapies (e.g., repeated diets or group programs).
The usual pediatric dose for attention deficit disorder is:
Six Years Older
Initial dose: Orally, 5 mg once or twice daily
Maintenance dose: The daily dosage can be increased in weekly increments of up to 5mg until a clinically optimal response is obtained. The usual effective dose ranges from 20–25 mg per day.
Comments:
The total dose per day can be divided into two doses.
Where possible, the drug should occasionally be stopped to see if behavioral symptoms are recurring.
Use: In a treatment plan for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a syndrome of behavior characterized by hyperactivity, emotional instability, and distractibility.
The usual pediatric dose for obesity is:
Twelve years of age and older:
Take 5 mg 30 minutes prior to each meal.
The duration of therapy should not be more than a couple weeks.
Use: As a short-term addition to calorie restriction in weight loss regimens; in patients with obesity who are resistant to other therapies (e.g., repeated diets or group programs).

Interaction with other drug

Before using any stomach acid medication (including Alka Seltzer or sodium bicarbonate), consult your doctor. These medicines may alter the way that your body removes methamphetamine and increase side effects.

Inform your doctor of all the medicines you are currently taking and those that you will stop or start using.

• Medication to treat mental illnesses or depression
• Insulin;
• Blood pressure medicine;
• Seizure medicine.

The list below is not exhaustive. Methamphetamine may also interact with other drugs, such as prescription, over-the-counter, herbal, or vitamin products. This medication guide does not detail all possible interactions.