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- dexfenfluramineA serotonergic anorectic drug used for weight loss in the 1990s, later withdrawn because of cardiovascular side-effects.
- dexamphetamineSynonym of dextroamphetamine: One of the stereoisomers of amphetamine, with the chemical formula C₉H₁₃N, that is used to stimulate the central nervous system.
- dexmedetomidineAn aromatic imidazole derivative that is used as a sedative and analgesic
- dexmethylphenidateA psychostimulant, a dopamine reuptake inhibitor that affects the central nervous system and is used to treat ADHD. It is judged to have a high potential for abuse (Schedule II in the US). Chemical formula: C₁₄H₁₉NO₂.
- dexamfetamineAlternative spelling of dexamphetamine (“dextroamphetamine”).
- dexbrompheniramineA particular antihistamine drug, the dextrorotatory isomer of brompheniramine.
- dexchlorpheniramineAn antihistamine used to treat allergic conditions such as hay fever and urticaria.
- dexefaroxanA beta-adrenergic blocking drug.
- dexelvucitabineA failed experimental drug for the treatment of HIV.
- dexibuprofenA nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, the active dextrorotatory enantiomer of ibuprofen.