Adderall
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Brand name:
Adderall
Pronounced: ADD-ur-all
Generic ingredients: Amphetamines
Why is Adderall prescribed?
Adderall is prescribed in the treatment of Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), the condition in which a child
exhibits a short attention span and becomes easily distracted,
overly emotional, excessively active, and highly impulsive. It
should be used as part of a broader treatment plan that includes
psychological, educational, and social measures. An
extended-release form of the drug, called Adderall XR, is available
for once-daily treatment of ADHD.
The regular form of Adderall is also prescribed for narcolepsy
(uncontrollable attacks of sleep).
Most important fact about Adderall
Adderall, like all amphetamines, has a high potential for abuse.
If used in large doses over long periods of time, it can cause
dependence and addiction. Be careful to take Adderall only as
prescribed.
How should you take Adderall?
Never take more Adderall than your doctor has prescribed. Do not
take it for a longer time or for any other purpose than
prescribed.
Take the first dose upon awakening. If additional doses are
prescribed, take them at intervals of 4 to 6 hours. Avoid late
evening doses, which can interfere with sleep.
Adderall XR capsules can be taken whole, or the contents can be
sprinkled on applesauce. The applesauce should be eaten
immediately, without chewing. Be sure to use the entire contents of
the capsule.
--If you miss a dose...
If you are taking 1 dose a day, and at least 6 hours remain
before bedtime, take the dose as soon as you remember. If you don't
remember until the next day, skip the dose and go back to your
regular schedule. Do not take a double dose.
If you are taking more than 1 dose a day, and you remember
within an hour or so of the scheduled time, take the missed dose
immediately. Otherwise, skip the dose and go back to your regular
schedule. Never take 2 doses at once.
--Storage instructions...
Store at room temperature in a tight, light-resistant
container.
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