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Hi, started adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) ir 15mg upped to 30 mg-whenever i take it i feel more hungry and tired on it, although it helps my focus.why the inc in hunger ?

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Dr. Lincoln Bickford answered

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Unusual: Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) is much more likely to suppress appetite, although there can be paradoxical reactions.

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

Hi, started adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) ir 15mg upped to 30 mg-whenever i take it i feel more hungry and tired on it, although it helps my focus.why the inc in hunger ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lincoln Bickford answered

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