Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Questions (Page 4)

Why do I get sleepy after taking Vyvanse or Adderall?

I am currently on Vyvanse 60 Mg Cap for Adult ADHD without hyperactivity. I have been on Adderall in the past. My other medications include Fluoxetine for depression and Etodolac for arthritis. My question is, why do I get sleepy after taking Vyvanse or Adderall? They are both amphetamines and... read more

How does Adderall XR work/release?

I was recently diagnosed with ADD and, frankly, Adderall has completely changed my life. I can remember the conversations I was having an hour ago, I can recognize people's faces, driving is safer now that I can pay attention, etc. So that sets up my question: if you take a 20mg Adderall XR does... read more

Has anyone had the generic Adderall by Zydus/Nesher? 20mg?

Yesterday I picked up my prescription and realized it's by a manufacturer I have never heard of, Zydus/Nesher Pharmaceutical. I have found Sandoz to be most effective for me, and noticed a difference when my script was filled with Teva once before so I spoke with my pharmacist. My pharmacy is kind... read more

Anyone familiar with giving 6yr old Clonidine to sleep?

My 6 yr old with severe ADHD is on Concerta. He takes it at like 8am. He cant fall asleep till like 11pm-1am. We were using Melatonin which worked great but not anymore. The Dr. prescribed him Clonidine to sleep at night. Something about that doesn't sit well with me & I'm nervous to give him this.... read more

I recently have failed a drug test for methamphetamines. What could have made a false positive?

I have been taking drug tests for 4 years now and I have never failed for methamphetamine. I take Suboxone 12mg/day, Adderall 20mg 2xday, albuterol aerosol as needed, albuterol sulfate as needed, Advair 500mg 2xday. I also take mini thins (over the counter), Robitussin, 5hr energy. I dont... read more

Adderall - makes me moody & can't stand myself, causing family problems, anyone else felt like this?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - hello.i take 25 mg of adderall xr in the morning... and 20 mg in the afternoon.this meds makes me real ill and moody where i cant stand myself! it has caused alot of trouble with my family,has anyone felt like this before... And I have bad hot... read more

What is the highest dose of Adderall that is prescribed it to an adult?

Just got switched from Adderall to Vyvanse?

I was taking 60 mg IR of Adderall per day, but that just wasn't cutting it. What needed to be done was upping my dose to 90 mg. My doctor doesn't like to go above 60 mg so we decided on something else. He started me on 80 mg Vyvanse per day with 20 mg IR Adderall as a PRN. I've never taken Vyvanse... read more

What is the best generic brand of Adderall 30mg?

I want to know because I have had success with Teva but recently was give the brand Mallinckrodt and I am having terrible side effects.

What is the maximum dosage of Adderall? that can be prescribed?

I am a 33 male 230lbs and have taken Adderall for years. My current dosage is 1-30mg XR in the morning and 2-20mg of regular Adderall throughout the day. I am not getting the focus and relief of as of late.

How much Adderall is too much to take daily?

I've grown more tolerant to Adderall as I'm taking it more often for school. Very often I get back pain, and I got nauseous the other day and threw up. I've been taking about 45mg everyday. I'm 24 female.

Crippling muscle pain from Adderall?

I have been taking Adderall for almost 4 years for ADD - currently prescribed 30mg bid. In the past few months I have been experiencing awful muscle pain in both my upper arms. The muscles feel so cramped and tender that I can't raise either arm. It can last up to 4 or 5 days at a time. Anyone else... read more

Recall on Generic Adderall tabs ALL mg by manufactuer Actavis?

Has anyone else been taking the Generic Adderall - Orange pill, from manufacturer Actavis?? I have been taking 30mg x2 a day of this brand since November 2015. It worked absolute wonders!! On Saturday, 2/27, I went to fill my Adderall RX and when taking it out once I got home, I noticed it was a... read more

Is there anything out there other than benzos that help with panic attacks and depression?

I have been suffering from panic attacks and anxiety(some depression as well)for 20 + years. I have been diagnosed with major depression,bi-polar disorder,panic disorder,adhd,and generalized anxiety disorder over the last 20 + years.I have been prescribed xanax,tofranil,welbutrin,paxil,effexor and... read more

Has anyone taken the generic medication Adderall, made by Camber?

I have been on generic Adderall since 2017. The mfr, was Teva. My pharmacy changed their supplier to Camber, (without telling me). I asked the pharmacist about it because I noticed a Hugh change in my symptoms. It was like I wasn’t taking anything, my attitude has changed, I can’t get things done, I... read more