Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
I switched to online school & cannot focus well at all, my mom thinks it's adhd, & wants me to try adderall, which i tried once & it helped a lot.
A doctor has provided 1 answer
ADD: You need to see your doctor or a psychologist to see if this is what you have. Because the medication helped doesn't mean it's correct for you
Answered 3/25/2017
759 views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
One of my students (Autism + ADHD) accidentally took a double dose of his adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine)? Should I send him home or will he be fine at school?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Are there any OTC drugs like Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) for ADHD focusing issues?
11 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
I'm currently studying for the MCAT and take Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) for my ADHD. Is there anything else I could take to help focus? I don't like the side effects
8 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
A member asked:
Does adderall mess up the brain for people who take it without having adhd and narcolepsy for focus?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
Should I stop taking adderall to focus I am diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and schizophrenia unspecified and was also diagnosed with not disabled when taking it. I do not have adhd . I was taking it for elevated mood focus and clear thinking?
Is it possible that taking certain medication will inhibit adhd related symptoms? Im taking a lot, and not too sure if I actually have adhd. Even though adhd meds does help me focus, like adderall, it gets me high and affects my libido. Alternative?
I was diagnosed with ADHD as a child and my mom tried to treat me at first but when I told her I didn't feel right she stopped. I've not been diagnosed with Adult ADHD. I have been given Adderall 20mg IR (generic) I've already have been taking Tramadol 3
I have ADHD and my mom won't let me get adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine). What about OTC caffeine pills?
My mom had heart surgery in the last 6 months. She had a stent put into one of her arteries. Would it be safe for her to take Adderall for her ADHD?
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 questionMore of what we treat
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.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
