A 33-year-old member asked:
Can adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) not affect me?
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Dr. Edward Kuhnleyanswered
Child Psychiatry 47 years experience
There are people who: Have adhd but obtain no benefit from Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) but may experience side effects if the dose goes high. Target symptoms for Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) include inattention, distractibility, hyperactivity, restlessness, impulsivity, low frustration tolerance. If adhd is problematic and not responding to Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) then consult your prescriber re dose increase or change to alternative medication. Best regards for relief.
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Dr. William Singeranswered
Pediatric Neurology 53 years experience
Depends on dose: If the dose is low enough, it will not have an effect on an individual.
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A 36-year-old member asked:
How does Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) affect growth?
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A Verified Doctoranswered
30 years experience
Theories and weight: Some kids taking stimulants fail to gain weight which can cause poor growth. We also see children presenting with growth failure (gf)who do not have trouble with weight gain while taking stimulants. Chronic stimulant use may decrease the pituitary's ability to secrete growth hormone. This is still theory, but underweight isn't the only reason for gf in some stimulant-dependent kids.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
What are the affects of abusing adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine)?
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Dr. William Singeranswered
Pediatric Neurology 53 years experience
Ammphetamine: Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) is a combination of amphetamines. Abuse can result in agitation, weight loss, loss of focus, psychosis, depression, anxiety, and dependence finding it difficult to perform during the day.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
Why would Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) relax me?
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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine): The Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) helps to slow down the energizer bunny brain.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
What are Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) ( amphetamine salts) and dextroamphetamine?
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Dr. William Singeranswered
Pediatric Neurology 53 years experience
Components Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine): Dextroamphetamine sulfate is one of the 4 amphetamine salts that make up adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine).
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A 47-year-old member asked:
What is Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) do for me?
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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine): Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) is indicated for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (add or adhd). It can help with focus & to decrease distractability.
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