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Dexedrine User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

Dexedrine has an average rating of 8.6 out of 10 from a total of 123 reviews on Drugs.com. 84% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 7% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Dexedrine

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  • Hal...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • July 13, 2016

For ADHD "I'm a rare case; I currently am prescribed 180 mg of Adderall (90 mg IR & 90 mg XR). When this was raised to 240 mg, I asked to try Dexedrine, thinking that after a decade on Adderall, I had simply become tolerant to it. My doc put me on 120 mg of Dexedrine. There was a noticeable decline in my focus, and my energy levels (not that’s why you should take stimulants) fell off the map. It was smooth. But for me, it was way too smooth. I remember taking 60 mg one morning and then going for a hike. I couldn't concentrate on a damn thing, and I was nodding off as I was walking. I guess I should have expected this going from such a high amount of Adderall to a lower dose of Dexedrine (which is absent of levoamphetamine). I would try it again though."

6 / 10
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  • October 21, 2011

For ADHD "My extended-release pill, 30 mg Vyvanse, only lasts for about 5 hours for me. My doctor prescribed a short-acting pill, which was Dexedrine, for doing my homework at night. Took 5 mg and felt literally nothing after waiting an hour. Then took another 5 mg (as my doctor said I might need). I did feel a lot less hyperactive, but almost to the point of sluggishness. My concentration improved the tiniest bit, but not nearly as well compared to Vyvanse. This pill seems to work better at combating ADHD symptoms, but not really ADD symptoms. I would advise trying Vyvanse."

4 / 10
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  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • March 10, 2021

For ADHD "I was just switched from Vyvanse 70 mg to Zenzedi (dextroamphetamine). I haven't even picked it up from the pharmacy yet but would love some input from others who know more about dextroamphetamine. I'd like to know if it works well for most people and what are some of the pros and cons in comparison to Vyvanse?"

7 / 10
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  • September 14, 2017

For ADHD "When I was 12 years old, I woke up at 2 in the morning to blindingly agonizing pain, bad enough that I found myself screaming at the top of my lungs. But when I tried to get out of bed, I found my strength fail me and plummeted to the ground, hitting my head on my night table. My parents found me and brought me to the hospital. I only found out years later, when reading a list of side effects and overdose symptoms, just how harmful this drug is. The word limit doesn't allow me to even scratch the surface. I will say that it has left serious physiological scars that, decades later, have still not healed. I cannot deny that it did help me pay attention in class. But I would still advise any parent that loves their child to stay clear!"

1 / 10
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  • September 21, 2008

For ADHD "This is an excellent medication for true ADHD. I've been on Dexedrine for over 10 years, and it continues to consistently work as much today as it did when I first started it."

10 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • February 21, 2009

For Sexual Dysfunction, SSRI Induced "Helps with desire and libido, not the impotence and anorgasmia."

9 / 10
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  • June 6, 2014

For ADHD "Like Adderall without an increased heart rate and increased blood pressure. Also less 'edgy'."

10 / 10
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  • Taken for 1 to 2 years
  • June 13, 2019

For ADHD "It's like coffee 2.0 without the jitters from the other racemics. It's the best tool, which was given to me. I'm thankful for this kind of drug."

10 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • January 4, 2009

For ADHD "I found this to be more effective than other drugs offered. I can't understand why it is not used more for the treatment of ADHD compared to other drugs, which have many side effects."

9 / 10
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  • February 14, 2013

For ADHD "This is the best medicine I've ever tried. It's very smooth and easy on the body with the least side effect."

10 / 10
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  • October 3, 2014

For Sexual Dysfunction, SSRI Induced "Heightened sexual experience and multiple erections. At times, orgasm may come faster, but recovery is fast and frequent."

10 / 10
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  • Sco...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • August 3, 2020

For ADHD "Helps with depression and anxiety with me! (May not for you)"

9 / 10
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  • DMa...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • January 4, 2016

For ADHD "Been on 3 other ADD meds. This one seems to work great for me. I can focus, stay on task, and get my work done. Plus, I can sit and relax without feeling like I have to be on the go all the time."

9 / 10
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  • Taken for 2 to 5 years
  • April 23, 2022

For ADHD "Hands down, the best medication for me, no questions asked. Very little anxiety, super smooth, and super effective."

10 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • December 16, 2021

For ADHD "I just want to say I’ve tried every ADHD medication under the sun, and Dexedrine has saved my life. It’s allowed me to hold my job and get through workdays. I am forever grateful for this med."

10 / 10
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  • Nic...
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • October 18, 2024

For ADHD "Phenomenal, better than Adderall. I hate salts!!!! They make me fall asleep. Dexedrine spansule is the best."

10 / 10
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  • Juh...
  • Taken for 10 years or more
  • December 9, 2023

For ADHD "I think Dexedrine is safe and much easier to dose than Concerta, for example. Dexedrine is also much smoother than methylphenidate."

9 / 10
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  • December 14, 2015

For ADHD "Calmed my racing thoughts a lot. Downside is the days I don't take them I feel mentally groggy."

8 / 10
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  • Inf...
  • Taken for 2 to 5 years
  • September 16, 2015

For ADHD "Dexedrine worked above and beyond for my ADHD symptoms, outstanding medication."

9 / 10
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  • Cla...
  • Taken for 1 to 2 years
  • August 16, 2021

For ADHD "Fantastic medication. It controls my symptoms very well with minimal side effects. It's short-acting, so it won't keep you up at night."

10 / 10
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  • June 10, 2009

For Narcolepsy "I was diagnosed with narcolepsy about 5 years ago and have had very good results by taking Dexedrine."

9 / 10
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  • All...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • January 4, 2022

For ADHD "Absolute life saver."

10 / 10
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  • February 22, 2016

For ADHD "I've been taking 10 mg daily for nearly 11 years. It seems to help me focus, but sometimes the side effects make me a bit less risk-adverse than I am without the medication."

7 / 10
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