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What is the duration of action of sublingually administered dextroamphetamine (Amfexa) in humans?

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Duration of action of sublingually administered dextroamphetamine (Amfexa)

The clinical duration of effect of immediate-release dextroamphetamine formulations in humans is about 4–6 hours. [1]

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[1] Guideline
StatPearls — Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine
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