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A member asked:

Is it okay to take 20mg of adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) salt if i'm only prescribed 10 mg?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No: You need to work with your psychiatrist on any medication changes. This is a partnership, and follow-ups are opportunity to discuss results you're experiencing. Then your doctor can make adjustments in dose or changes in medication as needed.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/19/2013

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