deoxyephedrine

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deoxyephedrine - an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant

meth, methamphetamine, methamphetamine hydrochloride, Methedrine, shabu, chicken feed, crank, chalk, trash, glass, ice

amphetamine, pep pill, upper, speed - a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression

controlled substance - a drug or chemical substance whose possession and use are controlled by law

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* The opiates "strip", "cassette", or "multiTest" detects deoxyephedrine at a cutoff concentration of 1000 mg/L (data on file).