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Isn't aderal used for people with add or do i have the wrong name of the medicine?

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Dr. Rudolf Brutoco answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine): This is a brand name of a commonly prescribed anti-add med. It also comes in an extended release form called adderall-xr.

Answered 10/24/2017

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Dr. William Holmes answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) - ADHD: Yes, Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) is a brand name of a medication that is used for adhd.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Yes: Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) is an approved medication treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd). It is a stimulant combination of Dextroamphetamine and amphetamine. It is a controlled medication with habit forming and misuse potential. There are a large variety of approved stimulants for the treatment of adhd as well as a non-stimulant (non-habit forming) medication called strattera (atomoxetine).

Answered 11/28/2017

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Yes: Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) is used to treat the symptoms of ADD.

Answered 6/13/2015

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