Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine (Adderall) Pharmacology Podcast

In this episode, I discuss amphetamine/dextroamphetamine pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more.

Stimulants like Adderall are well known to cause insomnia. This adverse effect can be affected by the timing of the dose.

Lack of growth and poor appetite are two important things to monitor in pediatric patients taking Adderall.

Changes in the pH of the stomach/gut can alter the absorption of Adderall. I discuss this in greater detail in this podcast episode.

Cardiovascular monitoring is essential with the use of stimulants like Adderall. Pulse and heart rate are two important vital signs to assess.

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Guanfacine Pharmacology Podcast

On this episode of the podcast, I cover guanfacine pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more.

Guanfacine is a central acting alpha-2 agonist that has the brand names of Tenex and Intuniv.

Because of guanfacine’s mechanism of action, it suppresses the sympathetic response leading to a drop in pulse and blood pressure.

It is important to remind patients that the onset of action is slow in the management of ADHD with guanfacine. I discuss this further in this podcast episode.

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Lisdexamfetamine Pharmacology Podcast

On this podcast episode, I discuss lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more.

Lisdexamfetamine is a stimulant medication that is used in the management of ADHD.

Stimulants like lisdexamfetamine can increase heart rate, raise blood pressure, and suppress appetite.

Lisdexamfetamine is a schedule 2 controlled substance and has a high potential for abuse and dependence.

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Dextroamphetamine Pharmacology Podcast

On this podcast episode, I discuss dextroamphetamine’s pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more!

Dextroamphetamine is a stimulant medication. Weight loss, insomnia, tachycardia, and hypertension are all possible complications.

There is a patch dosage form of dextroamphetamine available called Xelstrym. I discuss it on this episode.

Vitamin C can reduce GI absorption of dextroamphetamine due to its ability to increase the acidity of the GI tract.

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Atomoxetine Pharmacology

Atomoxetine is a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor that can be used in the management of ADHD.

Atomoxetine is a non-controlled substance option for patients seeking this alternative to traditional stimulants.

CYP2D6 is an important enzyme in the breakdown of atomoxetine.

CYP2D6 inhibition or poor metabolizers via CYP2D6 can lead to higher concentrations of atomoxetine and put our patients at greater risk for adverse effects.

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