a brand name for a drug used in the treatment of some conditions such as ADHD, that is sometimes taken illegally for pleasure. It is a form of amphetamine (= a drug that makes the mind or body more active).

Treating the disorder usually involves giving a child medication, such as the stimulants Dexedrine or Ritalin. 治疗这种疾病通常需要给孩子服用药物，如兴奋剂德太德林或利他林。