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1367899 tn?1278121440 My sister and I started a blog on Adderall to learn more about the medication along with alternative and complementary ADHD treatment options. Any feedback from users of Adderall or Adderall XR would be greatly appreciated. Topics to be added this week on http://Adderall.org How is Adderall XR different from Adderall? [Adderall vs. Adderall XR] What is Adderall? How to Make Adderall: [Adderall Background Information] What are the best Adderall and ADHD books?
Avatar n tn I do smoke cigarettes and have coffee every day, which may also increase these side effects. I am nervous for my health, but do realize that for the most part I never get these tics or nervousness in my heart. My heart rate usually does not increase and I do not have shortness of breath.
Avatar m tn I recently started taking Adderall for ADHD (was diagnosed since I was a child but could never swallow medication until early adulthood), and I thought it was really going to mess with my heart. Funny enough, I tolerate Adderall very well with a nominal increase in BP every so often. But my question is, why does 20oz of soda or a cup of coffee make me jittery with heart issues and Adderall does nothing of the sort?
Avatar f tn Based on the studies of Adderall XR (a long-acting version of Adderall), the most common side effects included: Loss of appetite (anorexia) Dry mouth Difficulty sleeping (insomnia) Headaches Abdominal pain (or stomach pain) Temporary increases in blood pressure Weight loss (see Adderall and Weight Loss) Emotional changes Nausea, upset stomach, or vomiting Dizziness Diarrhea Feeling of weakness (asthenia) Increased heart rate (tachycardia) Infection, including urinary tract infect
Avatar n tn I would like to remain on Adderall, as the treatment for my ADHD has given me a substantial boost in confidence and learning, which has been invaluable and overshadows its negatives. The ideal treatment plan would allow for a decreasing of depression/apathy, anxiety, and attention-deficiency. The current cocktail I'm on gives rise to too many counterproductive side-effects. What should I do?
Avatar m tn m thinking about weaning off adderall (taken as prescribed and for about 9 months). Among other side effects that encourage this decision, losing my sex drive is one of the worst and damaging the intimacy I once had with my boyfriend. So two questions, anyone else experience this? And two, how long will it take to gain this back after removing adderall from my world?
5717054 tn?1372958545 Definitely weird side effects. Adderall takes at least 20 to 30 min. to take effect and I assume the problems happen after this. Do talk with you doctor. You could try a regular adderall so it doesn't last as long and try only a small dose. There are meds for vertigo and even things like ginger hard candies which work for seasickness. Being bed ridden is the last thing you need. You need to be getting in good long walks, etc.
Avatar n tn I did the actual ADHD clinical testing, I didn't just ask for Adderall because I thought that I had ADHD. I am no longer with the doctor that I was with over the summer. I have not been taking my anti-anxiety med since starting Adderall, but that is because my doctor didn't mention to me if I should stop taking it.
Avatar n tn I was so reluctant but I want him to pass Kindergarden. He does have the side effects, i.e. stomach aches (which seemed to pass now) restlessness, very picky eater, very emotional and sad feelings that no one likes him. He has had several infections over the past 4 months, i.e. sinus infections, scarlet fever, ear infections, strep throat and constantly sniffles. He does have the rapid heart beat which I get concerned about.
Avatar f tn I highly prefer Vyvanse over adderall because I do not suffer from side effects w/Vyvanse as with the adderall. The Vyvanse is much smoother than most all other adhd drugs. I have never experienced shortness of breath while taking Vyvanse, however, I am 25 years old and 180lbs. I am also a Registered Nurse. I would imagine that these annoying side effects will eventually subside with continued therapy w/Vyvanse. Give it 2-3 weeks becaue his tolerance needs to build up first.
Avatar f tn It also stated that the FDA called for stronger warning labels for stimulant drugs used to treat common types of Attention Deficit DisordersADD, The biggest change was to amphetamine-containing drugs for ADHD, Adderall and Dexedrine and Methylphenidates such as Concerta and Ritalin.
Avatar m tn There are many people who are misdiagnosised .And like said already Adderall is just like speed. And can cause very bad side effects,like Seizures.I am not a Doctor but it sounds like you might of had a Seizure witch can happen from taken these drugs they use along with other very bad side effects. Try taken Vitamin B6 and B12 and Omega 3-6-9 every day and see if that helps you in time to be able to do things better.
674555 tn?1272600376 Some people who have been on ADDERALL have had strokes and heart problems and there have also been people who have had sudden death. One of the other side effects is Seizures . My Son was on ADDERALL and then Concerta . They both have the chance of causing Seizures. Now my son has Seizure's and at first you couldn't always see them and as time went by he started to have different kind of Seizures.
Avatar f tn Adderall and Ritalin will make moods worse without a Mood Stabiliser - they can cause mania in Bipolars (along with a slew of side effects including death in some cases..
Avatar n tn I am very concerned about the long term side effects. Are there any real herbal medicines that help? I am really not interested in continuing to drug him, please help!
Avatar n tn Mania can present itself with or without the adderall, however if removing the adderall is something that causes her a lack of energy, concentration, and focus then you she is likely going to slide into the other side of the spectrum in a severe way. Then she may be dealing with some deep depression which will take all of both of yours and your daughter's energies to try to fight. I do agree that a mood stabilizer would likely help if she is not on one and may be what is necessary.
Avatar n tn Best bet is to just google adderall and look at the side effects. The one thing that does not get mentioned too much is that a person with ADHD can get an opposite effect and actually become very sleepy, almost a drugged stupor state.
Avatar f tn I agree with Sandman2 that you are taking too much. The first medication the doctor tried on me was vyvanse. I started on 30 mg which didn't last long enough. I was in college when I was taking it and took it at 9am and it was gone by 3-4pm. She increased my dose to 50 mg which was too much for me.
Avatar n tn I take adderall (10mg) for focus management. I have a couple side-effects that I don't really mind (dry mouth, loss of appetite, more outgoing/energy, weight loss) but I do have one strange one that I'm not too sure about. I take my adderall after I eat a full breakfast, which is normally my only meal of the day (adderall dismisses my appetite). After about an hour of taking my medication, I have to go to the bathroom.
959034 tn?1253671476 I will not put my son on any medicine for his adhd.the side effects are not worth it.and with all the side effects I have to worry about already with the seizures medicines no way. my son took adderal to and no child should take that,wish I had none more back in 2005.
Avatar f tn I have asked my pychiatrist- she says any type of amphetamine drug can have this affect due to the effect on the central nervous system. My boyfriend is a surgeon he thinks I've been completely misdiagnosed & the drug is making my body go into over-drive- causing me to get 'high' from an over production of dopamine, rather than an increase in focus & attention. He's prob correct; but I am a writer & I get so much more work completed when I take the Adderall.
Avatar m tn Im a current addict (i abuse it) of this drug and Im struggling to get off it. Adderall can have many many side effects. If your son keeps having those symptoms try and talk to your doctor.
Avatar n tn Adderall (mixed amphetamine salts) is a stimulant that is commonly used to treat ADHD. Nervous habits can be a fairly uncommon side effect of Adderall, however, this is commonly something like skin picking or nail biting. I can’t be certain that the increase in perseveration that you are observing is a function of the medication but, if you are concerned that it is, make sure that you bring this to your doctor’s attention.