What Is Adderall Mainly Used For? Uses, Doses, Side Effects

Adderall should only be taken under medical supervision.

Adderall is available in the form of a tablet. Adderall XR is the extended-release version of the drug in capsule form, in which half the dose takes effect immediately, while the other half takes effect in about 4 hours.

从5 - 30毫克剂量可能会有所不同取决于切断ity of the disease being treated. Doctors generally start with a low dose and gradually increase to tailor the dose to the specific person.

Adderall is typically taken in the morning. If you forget a scheduled morning dose, take it as soon as possible. However, caution should be exercised when taking the drug in the afternoon because it can interfere withsleepwhen taken too close to bedtime.

If it's almost time for your next dose, avoid doubling up on the medication. You can skip the missed dose and resume your normal schedule.

Adderall is not suitable for everybody. People over age 65 should avoid taking the medication.

You should also inform your doctor if you have a history of the following:

• 心disease,hypertension,heart rhythm disorders,congenital heart defects,coronary artery disease, orperipheral vascular disease
• Mental or neurological disorders such asseizures,anxiety, oragitation
• Ticsor Tourette’s syndrome
• Eye disorders such asglaucoma
• Concurrent medications such asmonoamine oxidase inhibitors(antidepressants) in the last 2 weeks

Risks of taking Adderall include the following:

• Adderall can impair growth in children. Talk to your pediatrician if your child is on Adderall and not growing or gaining weight.
• Adderall can lead to sudden death in people with congenital heart defects or serious heart issues. Adderall can lead to precipitation ofheart attacksin people withcoronary artery diseaseor heart rhythm disease.
• This type of medication is associated with peripheral vasculopathy (narrowing of blood vessels to the extremities) that reduces blood flow to the hands and legs.
• Stimulants can triggeranxietyand agitation in people with a history of such disorders.
• Stimulants can increase the occurrence ofseizuresin people with a history of seizures.
• Adderall may worsen motor and vocal tics if the person hasTourette'ssyndrome.
• Blurred visionmay occur with this type of medication even without a history of eye diseases.
• Adderall XR can impair your ability to operate heavy machinery or drive vehicles.

The most common side effects of Adderall include:

• Abdominal discomfort
• Nausea
• Headacheanddizziness
• Palpitations
• Increasedsweating
• Dry mouth
• Decreased appetite
• Weight loss
• Nervousness or irritability
• Insomnia

Adderall may also cause serious side effects such as:

• Chest pain
• 困难breathing
• New behavioral problems
• Aggression
• Paranoia
• Hostility
• Hallucinations
• Feelingcold
• Skin color changes in the fingers or toes
• Convulsions
• Tics
• Visual disturbances

If you notice any of the symptoms listed above, seek medical help immediately.