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04/22/2009
Table 2. Psychostimulants for Adult Cancer Patients
Drugs/Dosages
Primary Side Effects/Comments
d-amphetamine (Dexedrine)
Anxiety, restlessness
Dosages:
2.5 mg/day (start)
5–30 mg/day
methylphenidate (Ritalin)
Anxiety, restlessness
Dosages:
2.5 mg/day (start)
5–30 mg/day
modafinil (Provigil)
Anxiety, restlessness
Dosages:
50–100 mg (start)
100–200 mg every morning
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