A member asked:

Can medical doctor prescribe adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine)? i was given adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) several years ago it made me think clearer and lost weight my psychiatrist won't do it

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Stimulants: Physicians can prescribe Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) if there is a medical indication & the risks are outweighed by potential benefits. If you don't have a formal diagnosis of add/adhd your physician may not be willing to prescribe it. There are other options beside stimulants if you have add or adhd.

Answered 3/23/2016

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Yes: Any md can prescribe any medication they feel competent to use . Obviously your psychiatrist does not feel it is an appropriate wt loss strategy.I would have to agree.

Answered 11/6/2016

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