Drugs / Dextroamphetamine
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Dextroamphetamine

Small molecule targets SLC18A2, SLC6A2, SLC6A3 via inhibition

Developed for
attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder · cocaine dependence · substance-related disorder · major depressive disorder · stroke disorder · fetal alcohol spectrum disorder · glioma · ischemic stroke
+6 more · obsessive-compulsive disorder · palsy · schizophrenia · methamphetamine dependence · post-traumatic stress disorder · schizoaffective disorder
Investigated by
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) · The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston · University of Texas · Academic Medical Center - University of Amsterdam · Duke University · The Netherlands Cancer Institute
+35 more · American Health Assistance Foundation · Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris · Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) · Emory University · Gale Richardson · Het Zwarte Gat · Ironshore Pharmaceuticals and Development, Inc · Joseph Blader · Leiden University Medical Center · McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre · Medical University of Vienna · Monash Medical Centre · Monash University · National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) · New York State Psychiatric Institute · Northwell Health · Noven Therapeutics · Obsessive Compulsive Foundation · Ostfold Hospital Trust · Parnassia Addiction Research Centre · Prof. Dr. Frank Behrens · Radboud University Medical Center · Rajesh Narendran · Stanford University · Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre · University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland · University of California, Irvine · University of Chicago · University of Illinois at Chicago · University of Kentucky · University of Kentucky · University of Oslo · University of Pittsburgh · Vallon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · Vanderbilt University

Regulatory milestones approvals, filings & regulatory actions · 1 recorded

MilestoneJurisdictionBrandIndicationDateSentence it was read from
Approved US (FDA) ADDERALL 5 1960-01-19 fda.gov

Trials 37 · a red edge is where a trial was stopped

PhaseRegistry idDatesIndicationSponsorStatusOutcome
Phase 05 trials
Phase 0 NCT05011760 Jan 2021 → Sep 2028 expected substance-related disorder Rajesh Narendran Recruiting No outcome recorded
Phase 0 NCT03606473 Jan 2018 → Aug 2020 substance-related disorder Gale Richardson Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 0 NCT02768441 Nov 2016 → Jun 2017 cocaine dependence The Netherlands Cancer Institute Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 0 NCT02383043 Feb 2015 → Apr 2018 substance-related disorder University of Kentucky Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 0 NCT03349606 Jun 2010 → Sep 2019 cocaine dependence University of Pittsburgh Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 18 trials
Phase 1 NCT04094025 Dec 2019 → May 2020 Noven Therapeutics Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 1 NCT04232644 May → Jul 2019 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, narcolepsy Vallon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 1 NCT03369015 Jan 2018 → May 2019 atypical depressive disorder The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 1 NCT03810703 Feb 2017 → Aug 2018 bipolar II disorder University of Chicago Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 1 NCT02668926 May → Jun 2016 University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 1 NCT03512171 Mar 2016 → May 2018 Vanderbilt University Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 1 NCT00697138 Jun 2006 → Jan 2012 cocaine dependence University of Kentucky Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 1 NCT00000305 substance-related disorder The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston Terminated No outcome recorded
Phase 1/22 trials
Phase 1/2 NCT01886469 Jul → Sep 2013 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Ironshore Pharmaceuticals and Development, Inc Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 1/2 NCT00573859 Sep 2006 → Jun 2010 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder University of California, Irvine Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 212 trials
Phase 2 NCT05529927 Apr 2026 → Jan 2029 expected substance-related disorder Parnassia Addiction Research Centre Recruiting No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT06967857 May 2025 → Dec 2026 expected attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, major depressive disorder Prof. Dr. Frank Behrens Recruiting No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT02773212 Feb 2017 → Apr 2022 atypical depressive disorder, cocaine dependence University of Illinois at Chicago Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT02514044 Mar → Dec 2015 stroke disorder The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT00514202 Aug 2007 → Oct 2008 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, cocaine dependence The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston Terminated No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT00218062 Mar 2006 → Jan 2012 cocaine dependence The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT00218348 Sep 2003 → Nov 2007 cocaine dependence The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT01905371 Apr 2001 → Jun 2007 ischemic stroke Duke University Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT00001783 Apr 1998 → Jun 2004 palsy, stroke disorder National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT00000304 Aug 1997 → Aug 2001 cocaine dependence National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 31 trial
Phase 3 NCT02363075 Apr 2013 → Jul 2017 glioma Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris Unknown No outcome recorded
Phase 46 trials
Phase 4 NCT04968522 Feb 2022 → Apr 2023 fetal alcohol spectrum disorder Monash Medical Centre Unknown No outcome recorded
Phase 4 NCT02566824 Oct 2010 → Aug 2020 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre Unknown No outcome recorded
Phase 4 NCT00794625 Nov 2008 → Nov 2012 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Joseph Blader Unknown No outcome recorded
Phase 4 NCT01220440 Jan 2006 → Dec 2008 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Ostfold Hospital Trust Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 4 NCT00254033 Oct 2003 → Oct 2006 Alzheimer disease Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 4 NCT00296686 Sep 2001 → Aug 2006 major depressive disorder New York State Psychiatric Institute Terminated No outcome recorded
Phase not applicable3 trials
NCT05621174 Apr 2023 → Dec 2024 overdue attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Academic Medical Center - University of Amsterdam Active not recruiting No outcome recorded
NCT03223844 Jan 2018 → Aug 2021 schizophrenia Medical University of Vienna Unknown No outcome recorded
NCT00363298 Aug 2006 → Mar 2008 obsessive-compulsive disorder Stanford University Completed No outcome recorded
Also used as a comparator or background therapy in 21 trials
PhaseRegistry idDatesIndicationSponsorStatusOutcome
Phase 16 trials
Phase 1 NCT04647903 Comparator Oct 2020 → Dec 2021 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, narcolepsy Vallon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 1 NCT03200080 Comparator Sep → Nov 2017 substance abuse Biotie Therapies Inc. Terminated No outcome recorded
Phase 1 NCT03103750 Background Aug 2017 → Jan 2023 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Yale University Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 1 NCT02515955 Background Aug 2015 → Mar 2016 Janssen-Cilag International NV Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 1 NCT02144415 Comparator May → Jul 2014 Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 1/21 trial
Phase 1/2 NCT00611936 Background Jun 2006 → Aug 2007 Yale University Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 28 trials
Phase 2 NCT05790239 Comparator Mar 2025 → Mar 2026 overdue post-traumatic stress disorder Stephen Robert Marder Recruiting No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT04414930 Comparator Nov 2020 → Dec 2024 schizoaffective disorder, schizophrenia University of California, San Diego Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT02634684 Comparator Jul 2014 → Aug 2020 schizophrenia University of California, San Diego Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT01711021 Comparator Oct 2012 → Mar 2013 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 2 NCT01399827 Comparator Feb 2012 → Nov 2017 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Massachusetts General Hospital Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 43 trials
Phase 4 NCT02204410 Background Jul 2014 → May 2016 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Massachusetts General Hospital Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 4 NCT01985581 Background Oct 2013 → Mar 2015 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder JPM van Stralen Medicine Professional Completed No outcome recorded
Phase 4 NCT00228046 Background Jan 2004 → Jul 2007 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder Stony Brook University Completed No outcome recorded
Phase not applicable3 trials
NCT01577706 Comparator Jun → Dec 2013 Mclean Hospital Terminated No outcome recorded
NCT02142140 Comparator Dec 2012 → Feb 2019 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre Unknown No outcome recorded
NCT02210728 Comparator Apr 2006 → Oct 2018 attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Lily Hechtman Unknown No outcome recorded

Evidence & citations 47 cited values

Every value below carries the sentence it was read from. 61 sources stand behind the page.

FieldValueCited text
Known as dextroamphetamine “Objectives: To assess efficacy and safety of the new Dextroamphetamine Transdermal System (d-ATS) to treat children and adolescents (aged 6-17 years) with...” PMID 35020462 Jan 2022
22

“The purpose of this study is to determine if administration of dextroamphetamine (amph) linked with customarily used Rehabilitation Medicine accelerates motor recovery after stroke.” NCT00001783

“Sequential Tranylcypromine (TC), TC + Dextroamphetamine and TC + Triiodothyronine for Refractory Depression” NCT00296686

“Stimulant medication standard in the care of ADHD, such as methylphenidate or dextroamphetamineNCT00794625

DextroamphetamineNCT00573859

DextroamphetamineNCT01399827

NCT00363298

NCT03103750

NCT00514202

NCT03223844

NCT03512171

NCT01577706

NCT00630682

NCT00000308

NCT00000306

NCT00000305

NCT00254033

NCT01215929

NCT00000304

NCT02634684

NCT01220440

NCT01905371

NCT00228046

Known as Amfe-dyn ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612
Known as Amfetamine, (s)- ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612
Known as amph “The purpose of this study is to determine if administration of dextroamphetamine (amph) linked with customarily used Rehabilitation Medicine accelerates motor recovery after stroke.” NCT00001783
Known as Bar-dex ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612
Known as d-amph “BRS function was probed in 20 AD patients using dextroamphetamine (d-amph) challenge.” PMID 18591575 Jul 2008
Known as D-amphetamine “The study hypothesis is that dextro-amphetamine (d-amphetamine) will be safe and effective when used to augment treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)” NCT00363298
20

“Two stimulant medications, modafinil and d-amphetamine, when tested individually, have shown safety and efficacy for treatment of cocaine addiction.” PMID 22969732 Aug 2012

“Stimulants: d-amphetamine, caffeine, ephedrine, methylphenidate, diethylproprion” NCT02033707

“Irritation and Sensitization Study of d-Amphetamine Transdermal System” NCT04094025

“20 mg/70 kg (20 mg maximum) dose of d-amphetamine will be measured” NCT00611936

d-Amphetamine: 40.3mg p.o, single dose” NCT02668926

NCT05011760

NCT02144415

NCT00218062

NCT02668926

NCT02773212

NCT02515955

NCT03810703

NCT03606473

NCT03369015

NCT03200080

NCT03349606

NCT04414930

NCT02383043

NCT00697138

NCT05790239

Known as D-amphetamine hemisulfate salt ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612
Known as d-amphetamine sulfate d-amphetamine sulfate capsules, 30 mg, CII (25% SR, 30% pH coat, slow release; formulation B)” NCT01886469
2

NCT04647903

NCT04232644

Known as d-ATS “Objectives: To assess efficacy and safety of the new Dextroamphetamine Transdermal System (d-ATS) to treat children and adolescents (aged 6-17 years) with...” PMID 35020462 Jan 2022
Known as Depalone ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612
Known as Dexamfetamine “There is evidence that stimulants such as dexamfetamine and methylphenidate lead to an improvement in sustained focused attention, working memory, and a variety of cognitive...” NCT06967857
1

NCT05621174

Known as Dexamfetamine phosphate ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612
Known as Dexamfetamine sulfate ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612
Known as Dexamfetamine sulphate ClinicalTrials.gov intervention name — accepted as the source's own label NCT02363075
Known as Dexampex ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612
Known as Dexamphetamine ClinicalTrials.gov intervention name — accepted as the source's own label NCT05529927
1

NCT02768441

Known as Dexamphetamine sulfate ClinicalTrials.gov intervention name — accepted as the source's own label NCT04968522
Known as Dexamphetamine sulphate ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612
Known as Dexanfetamina ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612
Known as Dexedrine “patient will continue to take stable dosage of usual stimulant therapy (Ritalin, Ritalin SR, Biphentin, Concerta, Vyvanse, Adderall or Dexedrine)” NCT01985581
8

“Dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine), gel-capsule, 20mg, single-dose, 1-day” NCT01577706

Dexedrine (0-60 mg/day); Strattera (0-80 mg/day)” NCT00697138

DexedrineNCT02210728

DexedrineNCT02566824

DexedrineNCT02142140

DexedrineNCT02204410

NCT02514044

NCT02203786

Known as Dexedrine spansule ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612
Known as Dexedrine Spansules “d-Amphetamine sustained release (SR) (Dexedrine Spansules) started at 15 mg (day 1-2), increased to 30mg (day3; 15mg, BID), 45mg (day4; 15mg, TID), and 60mg (day5; 15mg bid...” NCT00218062
Known as Dexidrine ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612
Known as Dextroamphetamine adipate component of delcobese ChEMBL registry synonym — accepted as the source's own label CHEMBL612