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A member asked:

I take adderal for my adhd and i have mucus and if i swallow bugers will it make the effects not so strong ? because im sick

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No: There is no decreased effect of Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) while having a cold or with mucus.

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Answered 7/18/2014

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