Posted by ed_uk on November 28, 2004, at 15:37:53
In reply to Re: Slinky, posted by mmcconathy on November 28, 2004, at 15:23:40
Amphetamines were widely prescribed for depression before the tricyclics and MAOIs were introduced. It was claimed that the new ADs were 'specific' for the treatment of depression whereas the stimulants were not. My opinion is that none of our current drugs are really 'specific' for depression.
Pills containing combinations of amphetamines and barbiturates were popular eg. Dexamyl- amobarbital+dextroamphetamine.
Ed.
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