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amphetamine

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Definition

1

A central nervous system stimulant drug, used medically and as a drug of abuse.

Usage examples

Amphetamine is a drug with a high potential for addiction.
The doctor prescribed amphetamine to treat narcolepsy.

Synonyms

Common combinations

amphetamine abuseeffects of amphetamineamphetamine dependence