Adderall XR

Best Medical Pharma offers an extended-release format of this popular drug called Adderall XR, which is designed to provide relief from attention deficit hyper-activity disorder for up to 12 hours. The capsule contains beads with the same active ingredient as the traditional tablet form, with 75% dextroamphetamine and 25% levoamphetamine. The primary difference between the two is that Adderall XR elicits nearly double the duration of effect. Some people may prefer one format over the other due to differences in absorption.

Adderall is prescribed to people with attention-deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to help them control their activities and increase their attention spans. It may also prevent symptoms of narcolepsy, which include excessive sleepiness and sudden attacks of daytime sleepiness. The drug works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain, belonging to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase the ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help to organize tasks and improve listening skills.

The FDA approved Adderall in 1960, and the agency has also approved the combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine as a generic drug. Amphetamines are powerful stimulants capable of strongly inducing sympathetic nervous system reactions, resulting in an extremely reduced appetite and high metabolism. Adderall is also prescribed to people who are morbidly obese as a means of causing them to lose weight.

The advisable beginning dose for adolescents with ADHD who are 13-17 years of age and are either beginning treatment for the first time or swapping from another medication is 10 mg/day, which may be enhanced to 20 mg/day after a period of 7 days if ADHD symptoms are not properly controlled. The recommended dose for adults with ADHD who are either starting treatment for the first time or switching from another medication is 20 mg/day. A typical dose for an adult with narcolepsy may start at 5 mg and increase to 60 mg.

Side Effects

It is important to note that Adderall and Adderall XR may have some common side effects, including diarrhea, dizziness, dry mouth, headache, appetite changes (increased or decreased), mood changes, nausea, stomach ache, trouble falling asleep, vomiting, and weight loss. Patients are advised to take the medication as directed and to consult with their healthcare practitioner if they have any questions or concerns.

Disclaimer

Best Medical Pharma strives to ensure that the information provided about their products is accurate, up-to-date, and complete. However, patients should always consult with their healthcare practitioner before taking any medication and not use the information contained herein as a substitute for the expertise, skill, knowledge, and judgment of healthcare practitioners in patient care.