Desoxyn is the brand
name of a methamphetamine used to treat children suffering from ADHD and
exogenous obesity. Desoxyn is a central
nervous system stimulate that acts as a substrate at the seretonin, dopamine,
and norepinephrine neurotransmitters. It
triggers an influx of these neurotransmitters causing them to remain in the
body for a longer period of time. For children with ADHD, desoxyn increases
attention span. For people suffering from exogenous obesity, a result of
compulsive overeating, desyxon works as an appetite reducer. Although desoxyn
is used for treatment, it has a high risk of abuse which can lead to chronic
use and death.
How does desoxyn work?
Methamphetamine increases
and blocks the reuptake of the neurotransmitter dopamine. This leads to high levels of dopamine inside
the body. Dopamine is responsible for feelings of motivation, excitements, and
pleasure. The rapid release of this chemical results in feelings of euphoria. Chronic use occurs when there has been a
chemical and molecular change in the brain. This results in compulsive drug
seeking and use.
Desoxyn Abuse
Tolerance for desoxyn
builds up within two weeks of first use. Therefore a psychological and physical
dependence can occur very early within use. While using the drug, psychological
effects include, euphoria, anxiety, increased libido, irritability, self
esteem, and energy. Physical effects of use include, dry mouth, head ache,
anorexia, restlessness, dilated pupils, increased blood pressure, increased
sugar levels, and sweating.
Patients using
desoxyn often increase their dosage in order to maintain euphoric effects of
digesting the drug. If desoxyn use is abruptly stopped, the person using can go
through intense withdrawal.
Symptoms of Desoxyn withdrawal
Fatigue, depression, dermatoses, insomnia, personality changes, irritability, nausea, and vomiting
Results of Chronic
Desoxyn Usage
Tremors, brain damage, formication, rhabdomyolysis, hallucinations, hyperreflexia, hypertension, cardiac arrest, schizophrenia, convulsions, coma, and death
Desoxyn Treatment
Desoxyn use and withdrawal
can be life-threatening. In order to prevent fatal withdrawal syndromes, users
can enter a detox facility where they are monitored and looked after by detox
specialists and doctors. Current research has shown that stimulates, such as
dextroamphetamine can break the cycle of addiction to Desoxyn similar to the usage
of methadone in the treatment for heroin addiction. Desoxyn abusers can attend
12 step recovery programs such as Crystal Meth Anonymous (CMA). Treatment
centers are also available to aid in the recovery of Desoxyn addiction.
If you or someone you
know is struggling with an addiction problem please call (866) 666-3711 for
immediate assistance.
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