What is Adderall?
Adderall is a combination of generic drugs amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. These drugs are central nervous system stimulants that affect chemicals in the brain and nerves that cause hyperactivity and impulse control. It is related to a class of drugs called stimulants. This drug is most commonly used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It also helps treat narcolepsy, a certain sleeping disorder. You can easily order Adderall online.
What to know before taking Adderall?
Before taking this drug, tell your doctor if you are allergic to it or other sympathomimetic drugs such as lisdexamfetamine.
Before taking this drug, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you ever had:
blood circulation problems such as Raynaud’s disease
certain mental or mood conditions such as severe agitation, psychosis
a history of mental disorders or mood disorders such as bipolar disorder, depression, psychotic disorder, suicidal thoughts
history of stroke
heart problems such as irregular heartbeat or rhythm, coronary artery disease, heart failure, cardiomyopathy
family history of heart problems
high blood pressure
overactive thyroid
a certain eye problem or glaucoma
seizures
a history of alcohol or drug addiction
a history of uncontrolled muscle movements
kidney disease
liver disease
This medicine may make you dizzy. Avoid consuming alcohol while using this drug because it can make you dizzier.
Avoid using this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. The MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine or have received a methylene blue injection.
Children may be more sensitive to this drug’s side effects. This drug may slow down a child’s growth. Your doctor may need to temporarily stop the medication from time to time to reduce the risk.
Old people may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially chest pain, weight loss, or trouble sleeping.
Do not take this medication during pregnancy because it may harm an unborn baby.
This drug can pass into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a baby.
How to take Adderall?
Take Adderall as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may need to change your dose occasionally.
Do not take Adderall in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. You can order Adderall online from a trusted website.
Read the medication instructions of your doctor or pharmacist before taking Adderall.
Take this medication by mouth with or without food as prescribed by your doctor, usually 1 to 3 times a day. The first dose should be taken as soon as you wake up in the morning. Any extra doses should be taken every four to six hours.
The dosage of this medicine depends upon your medical condition and response to treatment.
Your doctor may recommend stopping this medicine for a short time to see whether there are any changes in your behavior and whether the medication is still needed.
Dosage for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Adults (18 years and older)
The typical starting dose is 5 mg once or twice daily. It may be increased by 5 mg each week until it has the desired effect.
Children (12-17 years)
The typical starting dosage is 5 mg once or twice daily.
Children (3-5 years)
The typical starting dosage is 2.5 mg once or twice daily. It may be increased by 2.5 mg each week until it has the desired effect.
Dosage for narcolepsy
Adults (18 years and older)
The typical starting dose is 10 mg once daily. It may be increased by 10 mg each week until it has the desired effect.
Children (12-17 years)
The typical starting dose is 10 mg once daily. It may be increased by 10 mg each week until it has the desired effect.
Children (6-11 years)
The typical starting dosage is 5 mg once daily. It may be increased by 5 mg each week until it has the desired effect.
It is possible to overdose on Adderall, especially if you combine it with other drugs or prescriptions. The amount that can cause an overdose varies widely from person to person. It depends on how much you ingested and your sensitivity to stimulants.
Never exceed the dosage recommended by your doctor. If you believe your current dose is no longer effective, discuss your concerns with the doctor.
The overdose symptoms may include restlessness, tremor, muscle twitches, rapid breathing, confusion, hallucinations, panic, aggressiveness, muscle pain or weakness, and dark-colored urine. Some other overdose symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, uneven heartbeats, feeling light-headed, fainting, seizure (convulsions).
What to avoid while using Adderall?
When taking Adderall, avoid drinking fruit juices or taking vitamin C supplements. It can reduce the amount of medicine absorbed by your body.
Do not drink alcohol while using this drug because combining the two substances can cause dangerous side effects on your body. It may also make your condition worse.
Adderall can cause both mild and severe side effects. The common side effects of Adderall include:
lack of appetite
dry mouth
trouble sleeping
headache
stomach pain
constipation
nausea
weight loss
anxiety
Dizziness
These side effects may disappear in a few days or weeks. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if they become more severe or do not go away.
What drugs can interact with Adderall?
Adderall may interact with several other drugs, including other antidepressants, medications used to treat heart disease, blood thinners, decongestants, tramadol, and proton pump inhibitors. Some other medicines that may interact with Adderall include:
anticonvulsants, such as phenytoin, phenobarbital, or primidone
antipsychotics such as butyrophenones, phenothiazines, or thioxanthenes
benzodiazepines such as diazepam, lorazepam
HIV medications such as fosamprenavir, ritonavir
medicines that affect serotonin, such as amphetamines, fentanyl, lithium
cold, flu, or allergy medications
