Get all the information down below. Today in this very article, we will learn what Amphetamine is, what it is used for, the side effects, and answer some frequently asked questions. First, what is Amphetamine? Amphetamine is a highly addictive and powerful stimulant of the central nervous system responsible for affecting brain chemistry. Amphetamine is a generic name for the brand Adderall used to treat ADHD(Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), and even the rare sleeping disorder is narcolepsy. It was also used as a weight loss pill in the past. What is it used for? Amphetamine increases the activity of the brain neurotransmitters by activating the receptors of the brain: Dopamine Norepinephrine Amphetamine was widely used as a weight loss and narcolepsy pill, but now it is significantly less common. Now it is specifically used to treat ADHD and depression sometimes as it increases the activity of Dopamine, associated with pleasure and attention.