Should we ever prescribe methamphetamine (Desoxyn®)?

Question from a Member: I believe that Desoxyn is still manufactured—methamphetamine. Why? When would you choose to prescribe methamphetamine instead of any of the other amphetamine…preparations? Yes, it is hard to believe but methamphetamine is still available in the United States as a prescription medication—in both generic and brand name (Desoxyn®) forms. See the image…