Levoamphetamine
Levoamphetamine
Levoamphetamine (pronounced: leh-voh-am-FET-uh-meen) is a psychostimulant known to increase wakefulness and focus. It is one of the two enantiomers of amphetamine, the other being dextroamphetamine.
Etymology
The term "levoamphetamine" is derived from the Latin levo meaning "left" and the Greek amphetamine meaning "to excite". This refers to the left-handed orientation of the molecule in its spatial configuration.
Pharmacology
Levoamphetamine is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant. It works by increasing the levels of certain chemicals in the body that help with focus, attention, and impulse control. Levoamphetamine is less potent than its counterpart, dextroamphetamine, but has a longer duration of action.
Medical Uses
Levoamphetamine is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It is also used off-label for its anorectic effects and in the treatment of obesity.
Side Effects
Common side effects of levoamphetamine include restlessness, insomnia, and loss of appetite. More serious side effects can include rapid heart rate, high blood pressure, and addiction.
Related Terms
- Amphetamine
- Dextroamphetamine
- Psychostimulant
- Enantiomer
- Central nervous system
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
- Narcolepsy
- Anorectic
- Obesity
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Levoamphetamine
- Wikipedia's article - Levoamphetamine
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