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Is focalin (dexmethylphenidate) stronger than adderall? for example, is a 10mg focalin (dexmethylphenidate) xr the same as adderall 10mg xr, or is it stronger?
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Patient dependent: Dosimetry potency is patient-dependent, not number of milligrams. They are not exactly the same drug. Drug metabolism varies per patient. Review similarity of the drugs at : http://mentalhealthdaily.com/2015/06/02/focalin-vs-adderall-comparison/
Answered 11/27/2017
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