The amphetamine stimulants reduce the swelling of the blood vessels in the nose this helps open up the airways, allowing for easier breathing. This allows the prefrontal cortex to regain control.Ĭertain formulations of amphetamine, typically pseudoephedrine, are used in medications that treat cold symptoms, such as Sudafed, Franssen said. " People with ADHD have too little dopamine in the prefrontal cortex - the rational thinking, cognitive, planning part of your brain - the part of your brain that tells the rest of your brain to calm down," said Catherine Franssen, assistant professor of biopsychology and director of neurostudies at Longwood University in Virginia.Īn amphetamine-based medication, such as Adderall or Ritalin, increases dopamine production in the connections between the prefrontal cortex and other locations in the brain, Franssen explained. (Image credit: Shutterstock) How amphetamines workĪmphetamines are used in treatments for ADD and ADHD, obesity, narcolepsy, and Parkinson's disease, according to CESAR. Amphetamines come from the ephedra plant.
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