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Switched from strattera to dextroamphetamine. took first dex today and it made me lethargic, and confused. why? i also had a headache and nausea

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Side effects: of mixed amphetamine salts. Usually dose related and it takes your body 5-7 days to get used to the the medication. Tiredness is not a side effect of amphetamines.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

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Plan: You should report this to your doctor ASAP and stop taking dextoamphetamine.

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A member asked:

Switched from strattera to dextroamphetamine. took first dex today and it made me lethargic, and confused. why? i also had a headache and nausea

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Modi and another doctor agreed

Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

Dr Miller and 3 doctors 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?