Is diethylpropion an amphetamine?

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Diethylpropion belongs to the medicinal class sympathomimetic amines, which is not the same as amphetamines. Sympathomimetic amines stimulate the sympathetic nervous system in portions of the spine. The system regulates involuntary stress reactions. Diethylpropion increases blood pressure and heart rate, decreasing appetite. The medication acts as a short term weight loss drug.
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Medicine Net: Diethylpropion
Encyclopedia of Surgery: Adrenergic Drugs

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