NCIt definition : The hydrochloride salt form of benzphetamine, a sympathomimetic amine related to the
synthetic agent amphetamine with central nervous system (CNS) stimulating and anorexic
properties. Benzphetamine stimulates the release of certain catecholamines, particularly
noradrenaline and dopamine, from nerve terminals in the brain and inhibits their uptake.
The increase in synaptic concentrations of these catecholamines causes behavioral
changes including euphoria, an increase in mental alertness and excitement, and suppresses
appetite.;