Disorders due to amphetamine use

Amphetamine use disorders are very variedwas first synthesized by L. Eledano, in 1887

What are amphetamines?

stimulant drugs that accelerate the functions of the brainhave a structural chemical formula very similar to that of adrenalinemost commonly usedare amphetamine, phentermine, chlorphentermine and methamphetamine

Effects of amphetamine

derive from the mechanism of action of this drug

• At the peripheral level. Increased pressure and heart rate. Contraction of the iris and intraocular pressure. Decrease in body secretions and contraction of the bladder sphincter, which makes urination difficult.
• Central nervous system . Increased alertness, greater intellectual and manual performance; decreased feeling of tiredness, sleepiness and hunger.

causes permanent brain damage

Dependence and disorders due to consumption of amphetamine

The habitual consumption of amphetamine gives rise to a phenomenon of toleranceAnother of the disorders for amphetamine use is the abstention syndrome

• Dysphoric mood.
• Recurring nightmares
• Hypersomnia or insomnia.
• Fatigue.
• Remarkable increase of appetite.
• Agitation or psychomotor retardation.

Other disorders due to amphetamine use

• Delirium due to amphetamine poisoning.
• Psychotic disorder induced by amphetamine.
• Amphetamine-induced anxiety disorder.
• Amphetamine-induced sleep disorder.
• Sexual disorder caused by amphetamine.
• Mood disorder induced by amphetamine.

Cause damage to different organs of the body.

• Damages at cardiovascular level: They can cause hypertension, severe arrhythmia, angina pectoris and acute myocardial infarction.
• Neurological damage: Cases of vertigo, convulsions and coma have been referenced. Also cerebral haemorrhages, cerebral infarcts and thrombosis.
• Digestive system: Amphetamines can cause severe toxic hepatitis and impair digestive functions. Decreasing or eliminating the feeling of hunger can lead to anorexia, with continued low weight.
• Violent behavior: It is usual that amphetamines give rise to aggressive sensations, translated into violent or dangerous behaviors. Delirious ideas, hallucinations and anguish crisis are relatively common.