Generic name: methamphetamine
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 19, 2022.
Note: This document contains side effect information about methamphetamine. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Desoxyn Gradumet.
Applies to methamphetamine: oral tablet
Oral route (Tablet)
Methamphetamine has a high potential for abuse. Particular attention should be paid to the possibility of subjects obtaining methamphetamine for non-therapeutic use or distribution to others, and the drug should be prescribed or dispensed sparingly. Misuse of methamphetamine may cause sudden death and serious cardiovascular adverse events.
Along with its needed effects, methamphetamine (the active ingredient contained in Desoxyn Gradumet) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking methamphetamine:
Rare
Incidence not known
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur while taking methamphetamine:
Symptoms of overdose
Some side effects of methamphetamine may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Incidence not known
Applies to methamphetamine: oral tablet, oral tablet extended release
Frequency not reported: Elevated blood pressure, tachycardia, palpitation, fatal cardiorespiratory arrest
Postmarketing reports: Peripheral vasculopathy[Ref]
Frequency not reported: Rhabdomyolysis, growth suppression[Ref]
Rare (less than 0.1%): Psychotic episodes
Frequency not reported: Dysphoria, euphoria, insomnia, restlessness[Ref]
Frequency not reported: Dizziness, overstimulation, tremor, headache, exacerbation of motor/phonic tics and Tourette's syndrome[Ref]
Frequency not reported: Diarrhea, constipation, dry mouth, unpleasant taste, other GI disturbances[Ref]
Frequency not reported: Impotence, libido changes, frequent or prolonged erections[Ref]
Frequency not reported: Urticaria[Ref]
1. "Product Information. Desoxyn (methamphetamine)." Abbott Pharmaceutical (2001):
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Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.