Dextroamphetamine for ADHD User Reviews (Page 2)

• Snr...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 18, 2022

Dextroamphetamine "No buzz, no crash, just adds the focus I need to overcome my ADD (not hyperactive) and get things done. I don't need to have the gun of a deadline on my head to start and complete quality work. I always knew I had good intellectual potential, but I was diffuse like a lens out of focus. This enables me to deliver my full measure since 2010. My MD had me trial Vyvanse, Ritalin, Adderall, and Dexedrine. While all helped me with ADD symptoms, Dexedrine is the one that does not have any detrimental side effects and feels the cleanest (does not change my behavior, my head feels normal but focused). I also like the possibility of getting 'off' the medication if I don't have anything important in the afternoon, I just will not take the noon pill. It also helped me keep my tolerance down over the years. I am still at 5 mg twice a day. My BP is 120/80, I am physically active at 50 years old. All men starting stimulant meds: check your hair and get appropriate preventative hair loss treatment EARLY!"

• Alf...
• November 2, 2019

Dextroamphetamine "I was diagnosed with ADHD six months ago. I am 30 years old. My whole life has been a big problem with taking school, finance, and friendship seriously. I have, on the other hand, been a person with a good mood, charm, and a sense of adventure. All these are good qualities you think? Not really. I've developed alcoholism, I've never had a financial surplus, I've lost touch with most of my good friends, and I've never accomplished anything I've set myself the goal of. I began to understand why my life has become so miserable. I started exposing myself to all kinds of things - for the first time I felt solid - a sense of integrity. At the same time, it was a great stress. After a month, I began to think that my whole life had just been a big joke. Before you start taking this medicine: Be prepared to experience identity disorder. NEGATIVE: My hair has gone from thick to thin, my skin is not so smooth anymore, and sometimes sleep can be very difficult."

• Sab...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 24, 2017

Dextroamphetamine "I am 20 and was only diagnosed with ADHD about 6 months ago. I tried Ritalin first and it did nothing for me, but then I was prescribed Dexedrine and it has been a lifesaver. There's definitely some odd but kind of fun side effects for me. I get extremely into whatever I'm doing, which is super helpful for school, but sometimes a bit awkward in social situations because I enjoy conversation a little too much and worry that I annoy people. It makes me really ambitious and I feel the need to learn/accomplish things while I'm on it, but not physical things unfortunately, like working out or cleaning, haha. I usually start doing homework, planning things, or doing research. It's going to help me succeed in school so much more now."

• Rev...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• March 10, 2015

Dextroamphetamine "I wouldn't use any other type of ADHD medication! Adderall & many of the newer ADHD medications cause agitation & symptoms that make my condition worse. If I didn't use Dexedrine, I wouldn't take medication to treat my ADHD! More people need to educate themselves on how to treat ADHD."

• Jus...
• February 10, 2020

"I have had great results with this medicine (Dextrostat) for 20 years, until recently when my pharmacy switched to Aurobindo generics. All three times I received Aurobindo, I immediately started experiencing severe anxiety, severe headaches, and my face broke out with rosacea and pustules (which I had never had before). I stop taking the Aurobindo pills, and symptoms disappear the next day. A full report was submitted to the FDA. If you get Aurobindo brand pills with U39 imprinted on them and have side effects, please report them to the FDA."

• Lou...
• September 10, 2020

Dextroamphetamine "Generic Adderall started to do nothing but cause me anxiety. Generic dextroamphetamine tablets are now about 30% as effective as Dexedrine and Dextrostat tablets were. Both have been discontinued. Vyvanse is effective, but sometimes I do not want or need something that lasts 12 hours, and other times, it wears off after 8-9 hours, and I need a booster. This works as well as original Dexedrine tablets. There is no lactose or gluten, unlike the garbage generics. Truly an amazing med for my ADHD and fibromyalgia/chronic fatigue."

• add...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 15, 2015

Dextroamphetamine "Treatment for ADHD saved my life. Don't believe all the hype and the stigma around this diagnosis and treatment. It is a real condition, there is real treatment, and it makes a real and profound difference to the lives of people with this debilitating condition. So don't be afraid to seek help if you think you might have ADHD. It is not just a childhood illness, in my opinion, it generally persists in some form for the duration of your life just like any other disease."

• Juk...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 27, 2020

"My Prasco Dextroamphetamine generic suddenly stopped working after December. I’ve gotten my prescription refilled 3 times, all with the same effect. It was working fine up until this point. Now it’s like I have taken nothing, and it makes my focus worse. I think they’re filling it with a watered-down or fake version of the medication."

• pro...
• November 13, 2014

Dextroamphetamine "I have used it for over 15 years. An EEG showed I had quite a bit of extraneous thoughts, a left and right hemisphere that had identical thought processes, and a temporal lobe that was off the chart. Dexedrine changed my life. Unfortunately, many doctors are using outdated or outmoded technology and refuse to prescribe it."

• 62...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 21, 2015

Dextroamphetamine "I have been taking Dexedrine for about seven days now, and it has definitely helped with my chronic feelings of anxiety - that painful feeling in your chest. This, in turn, has allowed me to concentrate better on the daily issues at hand rather than constantly having that feeling of fight or flight regarding any number of daily life issues. Thus far, very helpful, and I hope to continue down this path - I wish I had tried this drug years ago."

• tha...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• May 13, 2014

Dextroamphetamine "This was one of many I tried. I was more satisfied with this one than any of the others. I never had headaches (with some I had terrible headaches!) The time release worked very well. Overall, I rate this medicine the best in its category."

• Meg...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 19, 2017

Dextroamphetamine "I wrote previously about loving Zenzedi and switching to Adderall XR due to insurance. After one month of Adderall, I am going back to Zenzedi. Adderall was just not for me. I had mental issues all month long and just didn't focus as much. My family even noticed a difference. I called my insurance and they approved Zenzedi easily."

• Wol...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• July 27, 2014

Dextroamphetamine "This worked from the very second I started on it 5 years ago; Helped me focus like never before, although being someone with OCD who noticed most things anyway, this magnified it 10-fold. Gave a reserve of energy that helped even when tired. Only side effects were that you build up a tolerance rather quickly when it comes to the original effect, I began to grind my teeth as I slept, and had the worst dry mouth ever...could drink a gallon of water in 2 minutes and still have the driest mouth ever. Would recommend."

• flu...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 2, 2023

Dextroamphetamine "This medication is amazing! I always suffered with trying ADHD medications because they'd always be too weak and last too short— both things due to high dopamine metabolism. Since this medication delivers its drug through the skin, it skips the first drug metabolism bypass, the digestive organs, and I experience ADHD relief at long last! My only dislike with this medicine is that it always burns upon the first hour in which I apply it. This is well worth it though, as it's the only drug for ADHD that works consistently for me. I'm super grateful for this medicine having been developed!"

• Max...
• November 30, 2013

Dextroamphetamine "Dexedrine is a superb medication for controlling ADHD impulsivity. It's a 100% smooth and clean ride compared to Adderall. Unfortunately for me though, I lack motivation, so Adderall is a better choice for me. I did rate this based on symptom control. If Dexedrine motivated like Adderall does, it would literally be the perfect medication. Pros: Superior focus, reduced impulsive decisions the best. Side effects are minimal compared to Adderall. Cons: Lacks motivational kick that Adderall delivers. Only comes in 5mg, 10mg, & 15mg capsules and is expensive."

• Mat...
• February 4, 2013

Dextroamphetamine "Dexedrine is simply a miracle. Ever since I was young, I felt distant from everyone around me, and I felt as though I was always in my own world. My grades at school really started to suffer once I reached high school because of my undiagnosed ADHD. Homework and projects seemed impossible because I could not concentrate. Now, after being diagnosed with adult ADHD, I am on Dexedrine XL 15mg and Dexedrine SR 5mg. With this medication, I am doing very well in my university studies. My mind is clutter-free, and I can actually focus on the task at hand! It's simply great! Dexedrine also works great for giving me tons of energy, especially when I need it for work and night school."

• fan...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 19, 2012

Dextroamphetamine "I have been on Dexedrine XR 2 15mg in the morning for 19 years, and I don't know what I would do without it. When I go a day without it, I just can't seem to get my everyday living done. I feel scatter-brained, my thoughts don't make sense sometimes, and I feel like my brain can't keep up with itself, and that is no way to live. I'm so thankful for this medicine because without it, I don't know where I would be in life."

• cra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 14, 2012

Dextroamphetamine "I'm a 32-year-old girl who has been diagnosed with mood disorder spectrum, which includes bipolar II, generalized anxiety/panic disorders, and social phobia disorder. I've been treated for them separately for 15 years with every psych medicine out there. I haven't been feeling right for a while. I went off medicines during my two pregnancies in the last 3 years. Recently, I saw a new doctor who told me about my mood disorder spectrum, but he also said I had a severe case of ADD, which I had never been diagnosed with before. My insurance would only pay for Dexedrine. By my second dose, I felt like a new person! I was scared the stimulants would make my anxiety worse, but it really makes me calmer and focused. My friends noticed after the first day that I was feeling better. It's the best thing since Xanax!"

• BOO...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• April 7, 2016

Dextroamphetamine "I was on two 15 mg spanuals a day. I felt great when I began taking them. Way more focused, not just at home but at school too. My grades had improved tremendously. I had absolutely no troubles with this medication. I was taking Dexedrine for a little over 10 years. Due to my other meds I now take, I'm unable to continue to take Dexedrine. I would recommend Dexedrine to an adult or child."

• clo...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 2, 2012

Dextroamphetamine "I have found that Dextroamphetamine ER cap (AKA Dexedrine spansules) are best for treating my ADHD. I have tried Ritalin and Adderall, and both came with bad side effects. Ritalin made me feel like a zombie, and Adderall had sexual and hypertension side effects. The switch to Dextroamphetamine has increased my focus, alleviated my ADHD symptoms, and also increased my sex drive. I used to take 10mg x 4 Adderall, but I find that 10mg x 2 Dexedrine ER works better for me. So I was able to decrease my intake of amphetamine while switching to Dexedrine. After half a year, I have found no negative side effects whatsoever."

• Sam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 29, 2016

Dextroamphetamine "I absolutely love Dexedrine! It doesn't give me the crash that Adderall has, and it really keeps me focused on the tasks at hand. I was able to thoroughly apply for a gig and landed it, and I wonder if I would have on the alternatives. I hear they're trying to rid Dexedrine to switch over to Vyvanse, but since that drug has no generic and the two are about 99% similar, I'm guessing it is more for profit reasoning. I'm telling everyone to switch over, you won't regret it. 1 15mg er/day should be the max for those considering switching. I read somewhere on here a doctor prescribed about 100mg, which is too much and the reasoning for your manic state. Go for trusted generic brands like Sandoz and Mallinckrodt. Teva is the worst."

• Dex...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 19, 2015

Dextroamphetamine "The most reliable and consistent ADHD CNS I've ever taken! Their new instant release tablets they came out with recently are really great. Instead of taking the usual four salts (Adderall), you have one (Dextroamphetamine Sulfate). My grades and focus went up about 30 percent after taking these on the right dose. I've been struggling with ADHD since I was 6 years old. Also, I take 30 mg x 3 per day. I always joke with friends that dexy makes me feel sexy."

• Sil...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 18, 2014

Dextroamphetamine "I take two 20 mg a day (one in the morning and one in the afternoon). Details: - 20 y/o female - diagnosed with ADD for 4 years - tried Adderall (worked decently, bad crashes) and methylphenidate (nausea, motion sickness, didn't help ADD) - other conditions: severe depression, OCD PROS: - extremely helpful, like night and day - no jitter, tremor, etc. - no crash CONS: - reduced appetite - *have to special order through Target pharmacy because most places don't keep it in stock."

• Emm...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 17, 2017

Dextroamphetamine "I am a 24-year-old female diagnosed in my 20s with adult ADHD. I spent my entire childhood unable to focus on tasks, finish anything I started, behave, and sit still in the classrooms. I scraped by barely with Cs and Ds in grade school. Eventually, focusing became so hard to do with people around that I had my parents homeschool me. Fast forward to now, I am currently in my first semester of college, and I have a 4.0 GPA. This medicine works wonders. I normally cannot function at all. I am disorganized and always have racing thoughts. On ProCentra, I am calm, focused, and organized. I finish tasks and manage my time better. I take 10 mg a day, oral solution. This medication is also covered by my insurance, with only a $10 co-pay. Love it!"

• Ric...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 16, 2023

Dextroamphetamine "I have a positive experience. I was running around with anxiety, depression, and panic attack. I was on all kinds of antidepressants, then my doctor put me on Dexedrine, the best thing that ever happened to me."