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amphetamines

Dopamine reuptake inhibitor · Stimulant

Dopamine reuptake inhibitorStimulant
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
—
not curated
INTERACTIONS
—
none in our sources
PREGNANCY
—
not curated

Mechanism

Selectively block dopamine reuptake in brain neurons by dopamine transporter (DAT).

Side effects

Common
addictionstrong reinforcementpsychological dependence (leading to continuous or occasional use)

Drug interactions

Acetazolamide
Moderate
Database

Urinary alkalinisation → reduced excretion/raised levels

Monitor for toxicity

Source: Kimi deep-research + Cla

1 additional unreviewed or low-confidence interaction hidden because their provenance or source detail is insufficient.

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Textbook-sourced·Sources: KD Tripathi 7e·Updated: 2026-05-10