Dexedrine

Pronunciation: /dɛk.sɛd.rin/

Definitions of dexedrine

noun a brand name for a prescription medication used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy

Example Sentences

A1 I have never heard of dexedrine before.

A2 Dexedrine is a medication used to treat ADHD.

B1 The doctor prescribed dexedrine to help improve focus and attention.

B2 Some people misuse dexedrine for its stimulant effects.

C1 The potential side effects of dexedrine include increased heart rate and insomnia.

C2 Research has shown that long-term use of dexedrine can lead to dependence and addiction.

Examples of dexedrine in a Sentence

formal Dexedrine is a prescription medication used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy.

informal My friend takes Dexedrine to help him focus better in school.

slang I heard some students use Dexedrine as a study drug to stay awake and alert during exams.

figurative Taking Dexedrine felt like a magic potion that boosted my productivity and energy levels.

Grammatical Forms of dexedrine

• plural: dexedrines
• comparative: more dexedrine
• superlative: most dexedrine
• present tense: dexedrine
• future tense: will dexedrine
• perfect tense: have dexedrined
• continuous tense: is dexedrining
• singular: dexedrine
• positive degree: dexedrine
• infinitive: to dexedrine
• gerund: dexedrining
• participle: dexedrined

Origin and Evolution of dexedrine

First Known Use: 1937 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'Dexedrine' is a combination of 'dextro-' from Latin meaning 'right' or 'on the right side' and 'amphetamine', a stimulant drug.

Evolution of the word: Originally used as a brand name for a specific type of amphetamine, Dexedrine has evolved to become a common term for amphetamine-based stimulant medications used to treat conditions like ADHD and narcolepsy.