Dextroamphetanmine (Dexedrine) is a stimulant capable of temporarily reversing many of the effects of sleep deprivation. This report substantiates the efficacy of Dexedrine for aviation sustained operations. Specifically it is shown that this countermeasure maintains flight skills psychological mood and physiological activation in sleep-deprived pilots. Dexedrine's positive impact is not offset by marked disruptions. In recovery sleep although 'lighter sleep' was noted after the drug than after placebo. It is concluded that Dexedrine is a viable remedy for fatigue in aviation sustained operations, but it is not a substitute for proper crew-rest scheduling. There is no replacement for adequate restful sleep.


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    Title :

    Placebo-Controlled Studies of Sustaining the Alertness and Flight Performance of Aviators with Dexedrine


    Contributors:
    J. A. Caldwell (author) / K. K. Hall (author)

    Publication date :

    2002


    Size :

    9 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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