Desoxyn Oral

Desoxyn Oral Warning

Misuse or abuse of amphetamines may result in serious (possibly fatal) heart and blood pressure problems. Amphetamine-type medications can be habit-forming. Use only as directed. With long-term use, drug dependence may occur, which may cause withdrawal symptoms after stopping the drug. For weight loss, this medication should not be used long-term (more than a few weeks) and should only be used when other treatments have failed. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Desoxyn Oral Side Effects

Dry mouth, nausea, upset stomach, diarrhea, constipation, dizziness, trouble sleeping, or headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

• blurred vision
• swelling of ankles/feet
• rapid/unexplained weight loss
• fast/irregular heartbeat
• mental/mood/behavior changes (e.g., agitation, aggression, mood swings, depression, abnormal thoughts)
• uncontrolled movements (e.g., muscle twitching/shaking)
• outbursts of words/sounds
• change in sexual ability/interest

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

• shortness of breath
• chest/jaw/left arm pain
• fainting
• seizures
• blurred vision
• weakness on one side of the body
• slurred speech
• confusion

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:

• rash
• itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
• severe dizziness
• trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In the US, you may report side effects to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.