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Stool is almost black ever since i've been taking my adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) medication. there is also a lot of bloating. please help!! scared?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

I did not see: this listed as a side effect of adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine). Back stool can sometimes represent GI bleeding ( black, tarry, foul smell).

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Answered 11/15/2014

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A member asked:

Stool is almost black ever since i've been taking my adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) medication. there is also a lot of bloating. please help!! scared?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Altman agreed

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Im still confused about the oral fluid test my dr had me take for my adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine). Is the purpose to make sure im taking my medication or to tell how much of my medication im taking?