HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients
Book a video visit
HealthTap
Telehealth
A member asked:

Is adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) addicting and what are the signs of withdrawal if any?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Yes: Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) is addicting in terms of it being dosed for purposes other then those prescribed (i.e. To "get high"). The presence of a discontinuation syndrome is of debate. May involve dysphoric mood.

Dr Ernest agreed

Answered 1/29/2017

4.1k views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

I need help with addiction to Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine). Is there a supplement that helps with withdrawals or something besides talking to my dr or going to meetings?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

I took 20mg Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) ir since last feb and now stopping because it isn't helping me anymore. How bad will my withdrawl be and how long will it last?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

Can taking Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) everyday for a period of time cause dependence and withdrawl when stopped?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) addiction thinking about going to detox. Any meds given for amphetamine withdrawl? Just weighing my options.

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

A member asked:

What are some of the signs that you're overdosing on adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more

People also searched for:

How can I help Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) withdrawal?
How can I aid Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) withdrawal?
If i stop taking Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) after 3 yrs w/no break, will i go thru physical withdrawal symptoms? I take 40 mg per day, prescribed to me.
How do I deal with increased appetite from Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) withdrawal? I went from 5'3 100 lbs to 5'3 108 in 3 days which is TOO fast & unhealthy in my eyes.
Tapering advice for adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine)? prescription for imm.Rel. 20mg 3 day for 1+yr. Current docs not answering ?'s giving feedback or explaining withdrawal effects.

Telemedicine

Primary Care
Manage Your Conditions
Women's Health
Children's Health
Men's Health
Senior Health
Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle
Sexual Health
Mental & Behavioral Health
Travel Medicine
Urgent Care
Ask your question
Didn't find what you're looking for?

90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.

Ask your question

More of what we treat

Allergies
Antibiotics
Asthma
High Blood Pressure
Prescriptions
Type 2 Diabetes
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HealthTap
HIPAA logo
HIPAASecure
Soc 2 Type 2 logo
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHO Accredited
JCAHOAccredited
Member App

Download HealthTap

Video visit and message your doctor

Member App QR Code
Play Store Member LinkApp Store Member Link

Questions?

+1 (888) 828-0841support@healthtap.com
LinkedInTwitter
HomeTermsPrivacyCookiesDMCAHealth TopicsDoctors DirectoryDoctor Q&A by Specialty
Copyright 2026 HealthTap, Inc.