Focalin Alternatives Compared
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| Focalin (dexmethylphenidate) | Adderall (amphetamine / dextroamphetamine) | Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) |
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Prescription only
Focalin improves the symptoms of ADHD but carries with it a risk of dependence. It is twice as potent as methylphenidate (Ritalin). Prescribed for ADHD. Focalin may also be used for purposes not... View more |
Prescription only
Adderall is a combination of four different amphetamine salts and may be used to improve attention, focus, or reduce impulsive behaviors in children over the age of 3 and adults with ADHD. It can... View more |
Prescription only
Vyvanse is a stimulant used for the treatment of ADHD to reduce symptoms such as impulsiveness and hyperactivity and to increase attention. It can also help increase the number of binge-free days per... View more |
Related suggestions ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
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| More about Focalin (dexmethylphenidate) | More about Adderall (amphetamine / dextroamphetamine) | More about Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Focalin has an average rating of 5.7 out of 10 from a total of 137 ratings on Drugs.com. 42% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 36% reported a negative effect. |
Adderall has an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from a total of 486 ratings on Drugs.com. 66% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 17% reported a negative effect. |
Vyvanse has an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from a total of 941 ratings on Drugs.com. 65% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 16% reported a negative effect. |
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See also: Focalin side effects in more detail. |
See also: Adderall side effects in more detail. |
See also: Vyvanse side effects in more detail. |
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| Other dexmethylphenidate brands include: Focalin XR | Other amphetamine / dextroamphetamine brands include: Adderall XR, Mydayis |
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3 hours |
34 hours |
1 hour |
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High potential for abuse
Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. |
High potential for abuse
Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. |
High potential for abuse
Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. |
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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A total of 181 drugs are known to interact with Focalin:
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A total of 181 drugs are known to interact with Adderall:
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A total of 340 drugs are known to interact with Vyvanse:
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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November 13, 2001 |
January 19, 1960 |
February 23, 2007 |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
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