title: Use of stimulants in the medically ill.
abstract: This article discusses the use of psychostimulants, such as dextroamphetamine, methylphenidate, and pemoline, in a variety of illnesses, including depression in the medically ill, cancer, HIV, and AIDS. The chemistry and pharmacology, side effects, drug interactions, dosing, and abuse potential also are reviewed.
authors.affiliation: Psychiatry Consultation Service, SUNY Health Science Center, State University of New York, Syracuse, USA.
authors.forename: P S
authors.initials: PS
authors.lastname: Masand
authors.forename: G E
authors.initials: GE
authors.lastname: Tesar
mesh_terms: D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002908:Chronic Disease / Q000523:psychology*; D000075202:Contraindications; D003866:Depressive Disorder / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000523:psychology; D004305:Dose-Response Relationship, Drug; D006801:Humans; D019965:Neurocognitive Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000523:psychology; D010348:Patient Care Team; D012803:Sick Role; D016896:Treatment Outcome
chemical_list: D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants