How Do Stimulants Work?

Stimulants are a class of drugs that work by targeting thecentral nervous system．They are mainly prescribed for:

• Attention-deficithyperactivitydisorder (ADHD)
• Narcolepsy
• Asthma
• Obesity
• Nasaland窦congestion
• Low blood pressuredue toanesthesia

Stimulants mainly acceleratebrainactivity by increasing the level of a chemical (catecholamine), which boosts alertness, energy, and attention. Moreover, they also produce the following effectsinthe body:

• Increaseheart rate
• Raiseblood sugarandblood pressure
• Contractbloodvessels
• Dilatethe pathways of therespiratory system

Stimulants are of two types:

• Short-acting with its effect up to six hours
• Intermediate and long-acting with effect up to 12-24 hours

Theamphetamineclass of drugs is used for medical and recreational purposes. A combination ofdextroamphetamineand levoamphetamine, as well as pure dextroamphetamine and lisdexamfetamine is commonly used for the treatment of ADHD.

Methamphetamineis widely trafficked and used illegally for recreational purposes.

Athletes use many drugs belonging to the amphetamine class of drugs for physical performance enhancement. These drugs fall under bans by the worldanti-doping agency (WADA).

Stimulants are mainly taken via theoralroute. Recreational drugs are taken via theintramuscular, intravascular, or intranasal route.

Stimulants can induce a broadrangeof short-term and long-term adverse effects. Themajorfactors that influence side effects include the user's body weight, the specific stimulant used, the dose of the agent taken, andtolerance．兴奋剂的副作用包括下ing:

• Decreased appetite
• Anxiety
• Nervousness
• Headaches
• Weight loss
• Insomnia
• Psychosis
• Itching
• Paranoia (irrational suspicion and mistrust of others)
• Sweating
• Palpitations
• Shortness of breath
• Chest pain
• Hypertension(high blood pressure)
• 心动过速(faster heartbeat)
• Seizures
• Arrhythmias (irregular orabnormalheartrhythm)
• Abnormalities in the heart
• Stroke
• Suddencardiacdeath

The information contained herein is not intended to cover all possible side effects, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. Check with your医生orpharmacistto make sure these drugs do not cause any harm when you take them along with other medicines. Never stop taking yourmedicationand never change your dose or frequency without consulting your doctor.

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