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Adderall is an appetite suppressant which is a kind of stimulant (psychiatric drug).

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Drug Class

Appetite suppressant

Generic Drug

Dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Abdominal pain
Tremor
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Headache
Diarrhea
Heartburn
Nervousness
Fever
Visual difficulties
Agitation
Loss of strength
Emotional instability
Dyskinesia
Loss of appetite
Heart palpitations
Unintentional weight loss
Excessive menstrual cramps
Emotional problems
Reduced appetite
Change in vision
Shaking hands or tremor

Serious

Aggressive behavior
Hypersensitivity
Drug problems
Illegal drug abuse
Loss of temper

Treats

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults
Condition
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children
Condition
ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)
Condition
Narcolepsy
Condition

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