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What is Adderall?
Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine combination belongs to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) stimulants. It is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy (uncontrollable desire for sleep or sudden attacks of deep sleep) .
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Also known as amphetamine, amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, Obetrol, dextroamphetamine saccharate + amphetamine aspartate + dextroamphetamine sulfate and amphetamine sulfate, dextroamphetamine saccharate, amphetamine aspartate, dextroamphetamine sulfate and amphetamine sulfate, dextroamphetamine + amphetamine + dextroamphetamine + amphetamine
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Adderall
A single-entity amphetamine product combining the neutral sulfate salts of dextroamphetamine and amphetamine, with the dextro isomer of amphetamine saccharate and d, l-amphetamine aspartate monohydrate. ADDERALL is indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Narcolepsy. Read more on
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Adderall
A single-entity amphetamine product combining the neutral sulfate salts of dextroamphetamine and amphetamine, with the dextro isomer of amphetamine saccharate and d, l-amphetamine aspartate monohydrate. EACH TABLET CONTAINS: 5 mg7.5 mg10 mg12.5 mg15 mg20 mg30 mg Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, 1.25 mg, 1.875 mg, 2.5 mg, 3.125 mg, 3.75 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, Amphetamine Aspartate Monohydrate, 1.25 mg, 1.875 mg, 2.5 mg, 3.125 mg, 3.75 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate USP, 1.25 mg, 1.875 mg,... Read more on
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Amphetamine and Dextroamphetamine
Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine combination belongs to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) stimulants. It is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy (uncontrollable desire for sleep or sudden attacks of deep sleep) . Read more on
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Adderall
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. Read more on
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Adderall
A single-entity amphetamine product combining the neutral sulfate salts of dextroamphetamine and amphetamine, with the dextro isomer of amphetamine saccharate and d, l-amphetamine aspartate monohydrate. Read more on
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Adderall
FDA ALERT [8/2005] Health Canada Announces Return of Adderall to the Canadian Market. Adderall will return to the Canadian market for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) (see alert of 2/09/05 below). The Canadian Product Monograph will be revised to include warnings about the misuse of Adderall and that Adderall generally should not be used in patients with structural cardiac abnormalities. Read more on
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Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Amphetamine Aspartate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate and Amphetamine Sulfate
A single entity amphetamine product combining the neutral sulfate salts of dextroamphetamine and amphetamine, with the dextro isomer of amphetamine saccharate and d, l-amphetamine aspartate. . Read more on
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Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Amphetamine Aspartate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate and Amphetamine Sulfate
Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Amphetamine Asparate Monohydrate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate and, Amphetamine Sulfate Extended-Release Capsules is a once daily extended-release, single-entity amphetamine product. Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Amphetamine Asparate Monohydrate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate and, Amphetamine Sulfate Extended-Release Capsules combines the neutral sulfate salts of dextroamphetamine and amphetamine, with the dextro isomer of amphetamine saccharate and d,l-amphetamine aspartate monohydrate. The Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Amphetamine Asparate Monohydrate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate and, Amphetamine Sulfate Extended-Release Capsules capsule contains two types of drug-containing beads designed to give a double-pulsed delivery of amphetamines, which prolongs the release of amphetamine from Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Amphetamine Asparate Monohydrate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate and, Amphetamine Sulfate Extended-Release Capsules compared to the conventional ADDERALL (immediate-release) tablet formulation. Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Amphetamine Asparate Monohydrate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate and, Amphetamine Sulfate Extended-Release Capsules is indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Read more on
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Contents
Description and Clinical Pharmacology
A single-entity amphetamine product combining the neutral sulfate salts of dextroamphetamine and amphetamine, with the dextro isomer of amphetamine saccharate and d, l-amphetamine aspartate monohydrate.
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Drug Interactions, Overdosage and Contraindications
ADDERALL drug label information in our database does not contain a dedicated section on drug interactions. Please check subsections of WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS as well as other sources. , OVERDOSAGE
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FDA Alerts
FDA ALERT [8/2005] Health Canada Announces Return of Adderall to the Canadian Market. Adderall will return to the Canadian market for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) (see alert of 2/09/05 below). The Canadian Product Monograph will be revised to include warnings about the misuse of Adderall and that Adderall generally should not be used in patients with structural cardiac abnormalities.
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Indications and Dosage
ADDERALL® is indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Narcolepsy.
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Other Rx Information
Amphetamines have been extensively abused. Tolerance, extreme psychological dependence, and severe social disability have occurred. There are reports of patients who have increased the dosage to levels many times higher than recommended. Abrupt cessation following prolonged high dosage administration results in extreme fatigue and mental depression; changes are also noted on the sleep EEG. Manifestations of chronic intoxication with amphetamines include severe dermatoses, marked insomnia, irritability,...
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Precautions
It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure this medicine is working properly and to check for unwanted effects .
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Proper Use
Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. If too much is taken, it may become habit-forming (causing mental or physical dependence) .
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Side Effects
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
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Summary
A single-entity amphetamine product combining the neutral sulfate salts of dextroamphetamine and amphetamine, with the dextro isomer of amphetamine saccharate and d, l-amphetamine aspartate monohydrate. EACH TABLET CONTAINS: 5 mg7.5 mg10 mg12.5 mg15 mg20 mg30 mg Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, 1.25 mg, 1.875 mg, 2.5 mg, 3.125 mg, 3.75 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, Amphetamine Aspartate Monohydrate, 1.25 mg, 1.875 mg, 2.5 mg, 3.125 mg, 3.75 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate USP, 1.25 mg, 1.875 mg,...
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