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Howie Mandel

In 2008 Howie went on the talk show Live with Regis and Kelly, where he spoke about having attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

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Tygert "Ty" Pennington

A the age of seven he was diagnosed with ADHD by his mother Yvonne.
Safety & Effectiveness Ratings by RateADrug Users
Effectiveness
6.4
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10
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25 Ratings
 
Neg. Side Effects
0
10
None Severe
6.2
Avg. # of Side Effects:
Avg. Severity of Side Effects:
7.1
3.3
Positive Effects
0
10
None Many
7.3
Avg. # of Benefits:
Avg. Degree of Improvement:
6.3
7.7
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Vivanse 9 8.54 7.8 1 Rate it
Focalin XR 8.5 7.84 5.47 4 Rate it
Dexedrine 7.5 5.8 5.86 2 Rate it
Vyvanse 7.31 7.78 5.25 13 Rate it
Adderall 6.69 7.09 4.37 16 Rate it
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Effectiveness of Adderall by Condition
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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% 45.8% 16.7% 0% 12.5%
Balance/Equilibrium 0% 5.9% 58.8% 29.4% 5.9%
Blood Pressure 0% 17.6% 82.4% 0% 0%
Breathing 0% 22.2% 72.2% 5.6% 0%
Confidence 4.3% 8.7% 26.1% 39.1% 21.7%
Coordination/Motor Skills 0% 4.8% 33.3% 42.9% 19%
Digestion 0% 5.9% 88.2% 5.9% 0%
Emotional Well-being 0% 13.6% 36.4% 18.2% 31.8%
Energy Level 0% 8.7% 8.7% 43.5% 39.1%
Eyesight 0% 15.8% 78.9% 5.3% 0%
Memory 0% 4.5% 18.2% 45.5% 31.8%
Mental Clarity 0% 4.5% 13.6% 27.3% 54.5%
Patience 0% 34.8% 26.1% 8.7% 30.4%
Quality of Sleep 18.2% 40.9% 18.2% 13.6% 9.1%
Sensitivity to Pain 0% 5.9% 88.2% 5.9% 0%
Sexual Health 0% 15% 55% 20% 10%
Skin Complexion 0% 5.9% 88.2% 5.9% 0%
Stress Level 0% 17.6% 41.2% 29.4% 11.8%
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Commonly Reported Side Effects Ratings
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Abnormal Heart Rythm 0% 50% 50% 0% 0%
Anxiety 0% 33.3% 66.7% 0% 0%
Blurred Vision 66.7% 33.3% 0% 0% 0%
Breathing Difficulties 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
Change in Libido / Sex Drive 66.7% 33.3% 0% 0% 0%
Cold Symptoms 66.7% 33.3% 0% 0% 0%
Crying / Sadness 80% 6.7% 0% 6.7% 6.7%
Depression 80% 20% 0% 0% 0%
Diarrhea 66.7% 0% 16.7% 16.7% 0%
Dizziness 94.4% 5.6% 0% 0% 0%
Drowsiness 78.6% 14.3% 0% 7.1% 0%
Dry Mouth 66.7% 0% 33.3% 0% 0%
Emotional Oversensitivity 75% 12.5% 0% 6.2% 6.2%
Fatigue 73.7% 15.8% 5.3% 5.3% 0%
Headache 68.4% 15.8% 5.3% 10.5% 0%
Insomnia 0% 0% 0% 0% 100%
Irritability / Impatience 45.5% 40.9% 13.6% 0% 0%
Mood Swings 64.7% 11.8% 11.8% 5.9% 5.9%
Nausea 86.7% 13.3% 0% 0% 0%
Rapid Heartbeat 33.3% 66.7% 0% 0% 0%
Stomach Ache 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
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Other Possible Side Effects Ratings
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Abdominal Cramping 84.6% 15.4% 0% 0% 0%
Appetite Loss 44.4% 5.6% 22.2% 22.2% 5.6%
Body Odor 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Change in Weight 43.8% 12.5% 25% 12.5% 6.2%
Constipation 64.3% 14.3% 21.4% 0% 0%
Decrease in Blood Pressure 91.7% 8.3% 0% 0% 0%
Diarrhea 85.7% 7.1% 7.1% 0% 0%
Dry Mouth 41.2% 5.9% 35.3% 5.9% 11.8%
Insomnia 56.2% 18.8% 12.5% 6.2% 6.2%
Sexual Dysfunction 92.3% 0% 0% 0% 7.7%
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Episodes since taking Adderall
Since taking Adderall Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:
Fainting / dizzy spell 8%
Fall 4%
Hair Loss 4%
Hospitalization 8%
Personality Change 8%
Severe Pain 4%
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User Comments about Adderall
26 Jun 2009 It helps a lot when trying to study for a test. I would spend hours trying to focus but that has changed since I've been taking it.
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26 May 2009 I was unable to sleep, however it benefited my energy level throughout the day
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26 May 2009 I took to lose weight, It decreased my appetite however i was not able to get much rest when taking this. I constantly had dry mouth.
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20 May 2009 Very effective in helping me with mental clarity
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20 Apr 2009 I took adderall once to study and it did what it was supposed to - make me stay up longer and focus. I don't like taking meds and don't plan on using it again.
—Posted by Anonymous
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