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Why can't i sleep while taking adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine)? what can i do besides stop taking it?

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Dr. Glen Elliott answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Common side effect: All stimulants can cause insomnia. Usually it is not severe and lessens with time, but not always. Choices are to see if a lower dose still works but causes less sleep problem, trying a different type of stimulant or a non-stimulant such as atomoxetine or Guanfacine for the adhd, or adding a second medication to combat the insomnia. Some find melatonin to be helpful. Talk to your doctor.

Answered 4/19/2016

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