Most amphetamines can be taken legally under the prescription of a doctor. However, the recreational use of any amphetamine drug is extremely dangerous and habit-forming, and, therefore, this action has been made illegal.
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Types of Amphetamines and Their Legal Statuses
According to the Center for Substance Abuse Research, “The collective group of amphetamines includes amphetamine, dextroamphetamine, and methamphetamine.”
These three drug types can all be prescribed in various brand name and generic medications, but those who take them must always do so under the supervision of a doctor. It is important not to deviate in any way from the prescribed dosage, type, and method of use.
These drugs are all listed as Schedule II substances under the controlled substances act, meaning:
- They have a high potential for abuse.
- Those who do abuse them have a strong chance of becoming psychologically and/or physically dependent on them.
- They can cause intense and sometimes dangerous side effects.
- They are still considered to be beneficial for certain medical uses.
It is important to note that methamphetamine, though still used in its prescribed form to treat a number of medical issues including obesity, narcolepsy, and ADHD, is also a type of illicit drug called crystal meth when manufactured in a different way.
The prescribed drug is the same substance and has the same effects but is given in much lower doses to a patient by a doctor.
Illegal Abuse, Prescription Use
Amphetamines are illegal when taken in ways other than prescribed.
According to the Drug Enforcement Administration, Schedule II drugs “are also considered dangerous.” When someone takes these drugs in a way that is not sanctioned by a doctor, this is an illegal activity. Anyone who
- Sells amphetamines to others
- Buys these drugs
- Uses them recreationally
- Takes someone else’s prescription
- Takes more of their prescription, takes it more frequently, or via a method other than the one prescribed
- Takes them to create different effects other than the ones they are prescribed for
is committing an illegal act. People are discouraged from using these drugs in any way other than prescribed because they can cause such dangerous side effects in addition to severe dependence and addiction.
While prescription use of these drugs is legal, it is always important to remember that, no matter what your reasons are, if you are taking amphetamines in a way that is not prescribed, your actions are illicit and, therefore, dangerous.
Do You Need Amphetamine Addiction Treatment?
Have you been taking amphetamines for a reason other than prescribed or abusing your prescription of these drugs? It is important to seek help right away because the longer you wait, the more likely it is that you will experience severe consequences associated with your abuse.
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