Adderall

What Is Adderall Used For

Adderall is used to improve attention span, concentration and emotional control. Adderall is also used to reduce overactive or restless behavior and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Adderall has been used some to help people with narcolepsy.

If you experience or are concerned or require more information about any of the above conditions, please contact your healthcare prescriber about Adderall.

There are some long term effects of Adderall which we will discuss later on this page.

How To Use Adderall

Remember to take your medication at regular intervals between every dose so that your drug will work efficiently. It is also important to follow the instructions given and read the patient information leaflet provided as these will differ between different medication.

Adderall tablets should be taken orally with a glass of water. Do not take your medication more often than directed and do not stop taking except on your prescriber

Adderall should only be taken as instructed by your healthcare prescriber. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare prescriber first or unless instructed to do so. If the medication is for your child, remember that the dosage instructions will differ, so please check prior to starting the medication.

Conflicting Medications With Adderall

Always consult the doctor who prescribed Adderall to you; as this is only a partial interacting medicines list:
  • Acetazolamide
  • Alcohol containing beverages
  • Caffeine
  • Bupropion
  • Furazolidone
  • Insulin and other medications for diabetes
  • Levodopa
  • Linezolid
  • Lithium
  • Medications for colds, sinus and breathing difficulties
  • Medications for high blood pressure and heart medicines
  • MAO inhibitors such as phenelzines,, tranylcypromine, isocarboxazid
  • Other medications for mental depression or anxiety
  • Medications for mental problems and psychotic disturbances
  • Some medicines for migraines
  • Medicines to decrease appetite and cause weight loss
  • Meperidine
  • Melatonin
  • Modafinil
  • Pimozide
  • Propoxyphene
  • Seizure or epilepsy medicine
  • Selegiline
  • Sodium bicarbonate
  • Thyroid hormones
It is very important to inform your healthcare prescriber of your medical history and the drugs that you are taking. For example, drugs that you are currently taking along with Adderall may interact with each other. Inform your healthcare prescriber if you fall into any one of the following categories below:
  • Are a smoker
  • Use any other legal or illegal drugs or substances
  • Consume alcohol or caffeine on a regular basis

All of the categories listed above may affect the outcome of the medicine Adderall and as a result give rise to unwanted side-effects.

Read more information on Adderall using the links under About Adderall