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What is Adderall and why is it prescribed?





Adderall belongs to the same amphetamine class of drugs as Ritalin, and is also used for ADD in children. It has been used recently in place of or along with Ritalin by many practioners.

How should I use Adderall?
Take the first dose upon awakening. If additional doses are prescribed, take them at intervals of 4 to 6 hours. Avoid late evening doses, which can interfere with sleep. buy Adderall

If you miss a dose if you are taking 1 dose a day, and at least 6 hours remain before bedtime, take the dose as soon as you remember. If you don't remember until the next day, skip the dose and go back to your regular schedule. buy Adderall

What are the potential side effects of Adderall?

Take into consideration the possible side effects when you buy Adderall: changes in sex drive, depression, diarrhea, dizziness, dry mouth, emotional instability, fatigue, fever, headache, high blood pressure, indigestion, infections, insomnia, loss of appetite, mental disturbances, nausea, stomach and intestinal disturbances, tremor, twitches, unpleasant taste, vomiting, weight loss, worsening of tics.

What should I discuss with my doctor before taking Adderall?
Before you Buy Adderall inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Adderall with Acetazolamide, Antihistamines, norepinephrine, propoxyphene, seizure medications, fruit juices, ascorbic acid, sodium bicarbonate, anti-ulcer medicine, antacids, methenamine.buy Adderall

Prescription drug warnings for Adderall:
Parents should immediately alert their child's doctor to any Adderall side effects experienced. Parents should note that serious, even fatal, Adderall medication interactions can occur if Adderall is taken with MAO Inhibitors.

Amphetamines like Adderall should be administered at the lowest effective dosage and dosage should be individually adjusted to avoid Adderall abuse and harmful Adderall side effects.

Adderall should be stopped occasionally to determine if there is sufficient need for continued Adderall medication therapy. Children under 5 years of age should not take Adderall since safety and effectiveness can not be guaranteed for this age group.

What should I do in case of overdosage with Adderall?
A large overdose of Adderall can be fatal. Symptoms of Adderall overdose may include: Abdominal cramps, changes in blood pressure, confusion, diarrhea, high fever, irregular heartbeat, nausea, panic, rapid breathing,vomiting.

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Special Diagnostic Considerations:

Specific etiology of this syndrome is unknown, and there is no single diagnostic test.buy Adderall Adequate diagnosis requires the use not only of medical but of special psychological, educational, and social resources. Learning may or may not be impaired.  The diagnosis must be based upon a complete history and evaluation of the child and not solely on the presence of the required number of DSM-IV® characteristics.

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

A diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD; DSM-IV®) implies the presence of hyperactive-impulsive or inattentive symptoms that caused impairment and were present before age 7 years. The symptoms must cause clinically significant impairment, e.g., in social, academic, or occupational functioning, and be present in two or more settings, e.g., school (or work) and at home.buy Adderall

The symptoms must not be better accounted for by another mental disorder. For the Inattentive Type, at least six of the following symptoms must have persisted for at least 6 months: lack of attention to details/careless mistakes; lack of sustained attention; poor listener; failure to follow through on tasks; poor organization; avoids tasks requiring sustained mental effort; loses things; easily distracted; forgetful.

For the Hyperactive-Impulsive Type, at least six of the following symptoms must have persisted for at least 6 months: fidgeting/squirming; leaving seat; inappropriate running/climbing; difficulty with quiet activities; “on the go;” excessive talking; blurting answers; can't wait turn; intrusive. The Combined Type requires both inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive criteria to be met.

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Important Safety Information

Tell the doctor about any heart conditions, including structural abnormalities, that you, your child, or a family member, may have. Inform the doctor immediately if your child develops symptoms that suggest heart problems, such as chest pain or fainting buy Adderall


Vyvanse or Adderall should not be taken by patients who have advanced disease of the blood vessels (arteriosclerosis); symptomatic heart disease; moderate to severe high blood pressure; overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism); known allergy or unusual reactions to drugs called sympathomimetic amines (for example, pseudoephedrine); seizures; glaucoma; a history of problems with alcohol or drugs; agitated states; taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) within the last 14 days.   Tell your doctor before taking Vyvanse or Adderall if you or your child are being treated for or have symptoms of depression (sadness, worthlessness, or hopelessness) or bipolar disorder; have abnormal thought or visions, hear abnormal sounds, or have been diagnosed with psychosis; have had seizures or abnormal EEGs; have or have had high blood pressure; exhibit aggressive behavior or hostility.  Tell your doctor immediately if any of these conditions or symptoms develop while taking Vyvanse or Adderall


Abuse of amphetamines may lead to dependence. Misuse of amphetamine may cause sudden death and serious cardiovascular adverse events. These events have also been reported rarely with amphetamine use.

Vyvanse and Adderall were generally well tolerated in clinical studies.  The most common side effects reported in studies of Vyvanse included: children - decreased appetite, difficulty falling asleep, stomachache, and irritability.

The most common side effects reported in studies of Adderall XR included: children - decreased appetite, difficulty falling asleep, stomachache, and emotional lability; adolescents - loss of appetite, difficulty falling asleep, stomachache, and weight loss; adults - dry mouth, loss of appetite, difficulty falling asleep, headache, and weight loss.

Aggression, new abnormal thoughts/behaviors, mania, growth suppression, worsening of motion or verbal tics, and Tourette's syndrome have been associated with use of drugs of this type. Tell your doctor if you or your child have blurred vision while taking Vyvanse or Adderall .

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What is the most important information I should know about Adderall

Do not use Adderall if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), or selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam) within the past 14 days. Serious, life-threatening side effects can occur if you take Adderall before the MAO inhibitor has cleared from your body. Do not use this medication if you are allergic to Adderall, or if you have hardened arteries (arteriosclerosis), heart disease, moderate to severe high blood pressure (hypertension), overactive thyroid, glaucoma, severe anxiety or agitation, or a history of drug or alcohol addiction. buy Adderall

Some stimulants have caused sudden death in children and adolescents with serious heart problems or congenital heart defects. Before taking Adderall, tell your doctor if you have any type of heart problems. Do not give this medication to a child younger than 3 years old without the advice of a doctor. 
Long-term use of Adderall can slow a child's growth. Tell your doctor if the child using this medication is not growing or gaining weight properly.
Adderall is a drug of abuse and may be habit-forming.  Keep track of how many pills have been used from each new bottle of this medicine. You should be aware if any person in the household is using this medicine improperly or without a prescription. Using this medication improperly can cause death or serious side effects on the heart.