Adderall
Generic Name:
amphetamine-dextroamphetamine
Treatment for:
Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity (ADHD) and
Narcolepsy Have you taken or do you take Adderall?
How did it work for you? Did you experience side effects?
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Adderall (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine) is a stimulant and appetite suppressant. It stimulates the central nervous system (nerves and brain) by increasing the amount of certain chemicals in the body. This increases heart rate and blood pressure and decreases appetite, among other effects.
Adderall is used to treat narcolepsy and attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity (ADHD).
What are the possible side effects of Adderall?
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking amphetamine-dextroamphetamine and seek emergency medical attention:
-- an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
-- an irregular heartbeat or very high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision); or
-- hallucinations, abnormal behavior, or confusion.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take amphetamine-dextroamphetamine and talk to your doctor if you experience
-- restlessness or tremor;
-- anxiety or nervousness;
-- headache or dizziness;
-- insomnia;
-- dryness of the mouth or an unpleasant taste in the mouth;
-- diarrhea or constipation; or
-- impotence or changes in sex drive.
Amphetamine-dextroamphetamine is habit forming. Physical and psychological dependence may occur with the use of this medication, and withdrawal effects may occur if you stop taking it suddenly after several weeks of continuous use. Talk to your doctor about stopping this medication gradually.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
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