A member asked:

Minor mitral valve leak, according to my cardiologist. psych prescribed 30mg adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) 2x/day. is this safe? i was told the leak was common.

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Dr. John Luther answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) / heart: I would talk to the psychologist and consider changing to an extended-release like vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) once a day. Also consider decreasing dose if possible. Adderall is an amphetamine and stimulates which increases heart rate and can cause heart problems without having a leak. This is a classic risk versus benefit consider the benefit that you're getting and discuss it with your doctor.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Dr. Joshua Liberman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

Safe: Mild leakiness of the mitral valve is indeed common, and should not prevent the use of any other medications.

Answered 6/6/2013

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