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Adderall

Amphetamine aspartate + Amphetamine sulfate + Dextroamphetamine saccharate + Dextroamphetamine sulfate

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6.6  Effectiveness
6.1  Side Effects
7.4  Holistic Benefits

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The generic name of this medication is amphetamine/dextroamphetamine and brand name is Adderall.

The active ingredients of this medication are amphetamine aspartate, amphetamine sulfate and dextroamphetamine.

Adderall is manufactured by Shire Pharmaceuticals Group.

Mainly used in treating attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy.
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A the age of seven he was diagnosed with ADHD by his mother Yvonne.
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Adderall XR 6.87 6.95 4.71 39 Get Info
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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being
Since taking Adderall, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:
Effect on:Much WorseWorseNo ChangeBetterMuch Better
Appetite 25.5% 43.6% 25.5% 0% 5.5%
Balance/Equilibrium 0% 4.2% 75% 16.7% 4.2%
Blood Pressure 0% 14.6% 83.3% 2.1% 0%
Breathing 0% 12.2% 83.7% 4.1% 0%
Confidence 1.9% 3.7% 40.7% 37% 16.7%
Coordination/Motor Skills 0% 3.8% 36.5% 48.1% 11.5%
Digestion 0% 6.2% 87.5% 6.2% 0%
Emotional Well-being 0% 17% 30.2% 32.1% 20.8%
Energy 0% 11.1% 9.3% 44.4% 35.2%
Eyesight 0% 10% 86% 4% 0%
Memory 0% 3.8% 28.3% 41.5% 26.4%
Mental Clarity 1.9% 1.9% 17% 28.3% 50.9%
Pain 0% 6.2% 91.7% 2.1% 0%
Patience 0% 33.3% 31.5% 20.4% 14.8%
Sexual Health 0% 19.6% 66.7% 9.8% 3.9%
Skin Complexion 2.1% 6.2% 85.4% 6.2% 0%
Sleep 18.9% 34% 28.3% 13.2% 5.7%
Stress Level 0% 12.5% 47.9% 29.2% 10.4%
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Commonly Reported Adderall Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Anxiety 0% 33.3% 66.7% 0% 0%
Blurred Vision 66.7% 33.3% 0% 0% 0%
Body Odor 81.2% 9.4% 3.1% 0% 6.2%
Breathing Difficulties 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
Change in Sex Drive 77.8% 11.1% 0% 0% 11.1%
Cold Symptoms 66.7% 33.3% 0% 0% 0%
Crying / Sadness 82.5% 10% 2.5% 2.5% 2.5%
Depression 63.6% 18.2% 9.1% 9.1% 0%
Diarrhea 75% 0% 8.3% 8.3% 8.3%
Dizziness 79.6% 20.4% 0% 0% 0%
Drowsiness 84.6% 7.7% 5.1% 2.6% 0%
Dry Mouth 44.4% 0% 11.1% 22.2% 22.2%
Emotional Oversensitivity 75.6% 14.6% 2.4% 4.9% 2.4%
Fatigue 84% 12% 2% 2% 0%
Headache 62% 16% 14% 8% 0%
Insomnia 0% 0% 0% 0% 100%
Irregular Heartbeat 0% 50% 50% 0% 0%
Irritability / Impatience 52.8% 34% 13.2% 0% 0%
Mood Swings 61.9% 19% 11.9% 4.8% 2.4%
Nausea 87% 8.7% 2.2% 2.2% 0%
Rapid Heartbeat 22.2% 33.3% 0% 22.2% 22.2%
Ringing in Ears 88.9% 0% 11.1% 0% 0%
Stomach Ache 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
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Less Commonly Reported Adderall Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Abdominal Pain 86.8% 10.5% 2.6% 0% 0%
Anorexia 0% 50% 0% 50% 0%
Appetite Loss 39.5% 11.6% 23.3% 20.9% 4.7%
Body Odor 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Change in Weight 51.2% 24.4% 14.6% 7.3% 2.4%
Constipation 76.9% 12.8% 7.7% 2.6% 0%
Decrease in Blood Pressure 94.6% 2.7% 0% 2.7% 0%
Diarrhea 84.6% 10.3% 2.6% 2.6% 0%
Difficulty Urinating 94.6% 0% 2.7% 2.7% 0%
Dry Mouth 45.2% 7.1% 28.6% 7.1% 11.9%
High Blood Pressure 88.9% 0% 0% 11.1% 0%
Insomnia 53.7% 22% 14.6% 2.4% 7.3%
Reduced Libido 87.5% 6.2% 6.2% 0% 0%
Reproductive System Disorders 97.3% 2.7% 0% 0% 0%
Sexual Dysfunction 84.2% 5.3% 5.3% 0% 5.3%
Vomiting 97.3% 2.7% 0% 0% 0%
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Episodes since taking Adderall
Since taking Adderall Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:
Auto Accident 1.8%
Fall 1.8%
Hospitalization 5.4%
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User Comments about Adderall
26 Jun 2010 It’s the best ADHD medication I have ever taken! It works so well for me and I have the best concentration. It works for about 4 hours at a time and during that time I can pay attention 100%. It has been such a blessing for me! I went from getting C’s to getting As and Bs.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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19 Jun 2010 Adderall did what it supposed to do. It kept me up for 48 hours straight. However, there was a consequent. After taking this med I noticed that my heart beat was abnormal. My blood pressure was very high and my emotional well-being changed. I was happier. This med also affect my motor skill. When I took this med I noticed that at times my hands were shaking.
   —Posted by kristoph
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28 May 2010 Adderall is great, it helps me focus and get things done. I just dont like that I have to take it in the morning and again at night.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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28 May 2010 study aid and recreationally and it sucks for me! It worked well, VERY smooth high and alertness, no rush(bc extended release), worked too much actually, woke up like 3 times during the night. It made my heart hurt for a bit too, not cool.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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27 May 2010 I love it! Helps me concentrate much better.
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