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Can you be prescribed Adderall or Dexedrine by a doctor if they are aware you have previously used illegal drugs to self-medicate ADD?
What Doctors Can Prescribe That depends...were you previously using an amphetamine (speed/crystal/coke/etc.) because if so, I'm...
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Is it okay to mix Valium and Adderall XR?
Self-medicating Valium and Adderall is probably a bad idea. However, there are many good reasons that a doctor may prescribe both...
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What can happen if you snort Stratterra?
Try drugawareness.org. Answer aside from possible nasal cavity damage, which is only likely with chronic use, insufflation...
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If a child takes Adderall XR during the school week are there any side effects of withdrawal on the weekends?
Not Taking Adderall on Weekends Hi, I'm a 12 year old girl. I took adderall XR during every school week last year, and didn't...
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What are the effects of snorting Wellbutrin Concerta and or Strattera?
Effects Of Snorting Wellbutrin Concerta and Strattera: I'm a bi-polar male aged 26 and what was said about Wellbutrin being a...
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Is it OK to mix Strattera Adderall and Prozac?
I currently take 80mg straterra, 70mg vyvanse (a speed-derived drug like adderall), and 10mg lexapro (an ssri like paxil, luvox,...
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Is 20mg of Adderall too large a dose for a 12-year-old girl who weighs 85 lbs?
Dosage of Adderall for 12-year old Girl The dose of Adderall is determined more by what dose subsides the symptoms. Taking in...
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Does Adderall have to be taken every day?
Need to Take Adderall Daily I've been taking Adderall for several years in combination with an antidepressant and anti-anxiety...
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Can Adderall or stimulant medication actually make ADD worse over a long period of time?
Yes, definitely. I've seen it many times in 20 years of psychiatric practice. Answer i think its possible, because excessive...
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What are the side effects of taking 15 mg of Adderall and .25 of Risperdal?
Side effects generally vary from individual to individual. Taking Adderall and Risperdal at the same time shouldn't cause any...
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What are side effects of Adderall XR?
Your side effects will be largely based on your individual body chemistry. As some people have already suggested, it is highly...
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What are the affects of Adderall on teenagers who are diagnosed with ADD?
Hello, I'm a college student. I am 20. Without adderall I would fail most classes. Thank you. Answer I have not taken it long...
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Can Adderall cause depression?
Important disclaimer! Please read! All of the answers given below are simply personal experiences. Everyone will react...
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Can sudden withdrawal of Adderall cause harmful side effects?
I don't know about the strattera, but I've been on and off Adderall for several years. I more or less self-medicate under my...
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Does chronic use of ADHD medications like Adderall or Concerta cause severe brain or heart damage?
Unfortunately, there haven't been any long-term research studies conducted. However, mixing two or more psycotraic drugs such as...
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Would marijuana smoke either first- or second-hand have any side effects or be dangerous in any way to an Adderall user?
Short answer: No. it probably wont seriously harm you, and Second-hand smoke has only shown to be harmful, and wouldnt really add...
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Is Adderall prescribed for anything other than ADHD?
Adderall is classified as a Schedule II controlled Substance. As such, it is illegal to obtain without a handwritten prescription...
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What happens when you snort Trazodone?
dont listen to dat other dude man. heres what happens when you snort trazodone,you will get tired but your suppose to fight...
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How do you deal with the side effects of Adderall?
The affects of adderall are different to each and every person. Personally adderall gives me a sense of well-being and...
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Does Strattera give the same results as Adderall?
Strattera and Adderall can both be used for ADHD but they have different side effects and therefore different...
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What is the maximum safe dosage of Adderall?
The Physicians Desk Reference places the maximum recommended dose of Adderall for the treatment of ADHD at 40 mg per day. For...
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How long does a 10mg dosage of Adderall XR last?
An approved dose of Adderall XR will usually last about 8 hours effectively, although it may stay in your system longer than that...
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Can you mix Adderall and Depakote?
There are no documented problems with ADDERALL and DEPAKOTE so far. HOWEVER, you should check with your doctor before you take...
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How long does it take a 10 mg dose of Adderall XR to take effect?
It takes about 3-4 hours for the medication to reach it's peak. Take it with something basic (milk instead of coke or coffee) to...
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Will Adderall show up on a drug test?
Yes Adderall consists of mixed amphetamine salts and would show up as an amphetamine and therefore possible drug of abuse - YES...
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Are children sometimes overly emotional while on Adderall XR?
My 8 year-old son has been very moody and has experienced bad temper and even "crisis" since he has been Adderall XR. We are...
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Could Adderall prevent a man from having an orgasm during sex if he is still able to when he masturbates?
I have been taking adderall for a few years now and this past june have become sexually active and i have only been able to...
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Can Adderall make a person very moody and bad tempered?
Most prescriptions come with the instructions, and list of possible, but not all of the side effects. If you are having problems,...
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How do you go about getting your Adderall dosage increased?
I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was 6. My psych put me on adderall recently, and I was wondering how I could tell her that I...
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Can you smoke cigarettes while on Adderall XR?
Yes, you can smoke cigarettes on Adderall. Infact, after taking it, you will probably need a cigarette 10X more than you have...
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Are there interaction problems with Adderall and Claritin?
Adderall and Claritin There are no KNOWN drug/drug interaction that are dangerous with Adderal and Claritin. HOWEVER;...
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Can you become immune to 30 mg of xr adderall?
You can not become immune to it but your body WILL build up a tolerance Answer As the above answer indicates, "immune" is not...
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If you take Adderall and you don't know if you have ADD or ADHD will it still help you focus better or be able to study longer?
Yes. All Adderall is, is a stimulant. However, coffee or Red Bull will do the exact same AND they are legal and cheaper. People...
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What should you do if your child starts having tics or twitching from Adderall XR?
My 11 year old was taking Rivotril and another substance that her neurologist had recommended when he first had an eye twitching...
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Can you take Adderall and Concerta together?
my doctors prescribed me aderall and ritilin together so i dont see why you couldnt mix adderall and concerta when concerta is...
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What is the correlation between Adderall and bad breath?
Bad breath is one of the possible side effects of Adderall. It is not a serious side effect that would require someone to stop...
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What are the side effects of snorting Adderall?
The dextroamphetamine was not designed to be absorbed so quickly. The huge spike in amphetamine levels can be very habit-forming...
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What are the side effects if you drink alcohol while taking 40Mg of Adderall XR daily?
My experience with mixing adderall and alcohol has been very unpleasant. One day I took 20mg XR and then had two mixed drinks...
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Can you take Depakote Respiridal Strattera and Adderall together?
For common drug interactions, visit: http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/Interaction/ChooseDrugs/1,4109,,00.html There, you can...
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Could taking Adderall or Abilify alone or together make a person shiver all the time?
Adderal is known for that side effect along with many other side effects such as loss of appitite, etc. Talk to your physician if...
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If you've been taking Adderall for 6 months and you would like to quit how long does it take for it to be completely out of your system?
It clears itself very quickly. You'd probably not be able to notice any effects within 3 days. Within a week, your levels would...
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Is it safe to take Adderall while on Accutane?
It's not a good idea to ask strangers (and "non-pharmacists") if it's safe to take two different prescribed meds. However, Check...
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Should you seek a second opinion if your seven-year-old son has been on Adderall and Clonidine for ADHD for three years?
Yes, I would seek a second opinion. Although it's possible your child has ADHD children have been misdiagnosed before. It's best...
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Could Adderall XR give you a headache loss of appetite and fever after one 10mg dose?
When i took adderall, for about the first month i would sometimes get really dizzy and sometimes kind of sick. Also, I had a...
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Is it safe to take Adderall with Hoodia?
Be very cautious with dietary supplements.... they don't have any FDA oversight, and there are a lot of false claims, conterfeit...
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If you took Adderall XR 30mg for only two days two weeks ago will it show up on a drug test?
Adderall XR, a collection of amphetamine salts, Taken once will stay in your system from 3-4 days. [1] Prolonged use may take as...
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What can happen if you take Zoloft with Strattera and Adderall all together?
For common drug interactions, visit: http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/Interaction/ChooseDrugs/1,4109,,00.html There, you can...
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Would concerta or focalin cause less anxiety and mood swings than adderall?
hi, i think conerta gives u less mood swings then adderall xr. atleast that was case with my daughter. she was very moody and...
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If Concerta is crushed and snorted will it have the same effect as snorting Adderall?
First of all, prescription drugs should never be crushed and snorted, especially those for ADD. These medications are made to be...
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If you took 3 5mg tablets and 1 20mg tablet of adderall in the last month will that put you over the limit in a drug test?
Knowing the length of time between last use of the aderall and when the drug test was taken would allow for a better answer to...
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Is it safe to play sports and work out at an intense level while on Adderall?
That's something you need to ask your doctor. Whether it's safe or not would depend on your age, physical fitness level and...
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Is it possible to be prescribed Adderall by faking ADD?
First off. Adderall is an extremely powerful medication! I would consider finding out why you are willing to fake an illness to...
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What are the side effects of stopping Adderall XL all at once?
If you mean Adderall XR than I can help. I have been on it for over a year now and have stopped several times. Stopping "cold...
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What are frequently asked questions about Adderall?
Frequently asked Adderall questions: http://www.uri.edu/personal/rjac8328/FAQ.htm
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What kind of help is available for Adderall addiction if you're so tolerant to it that you have taken a total of 60 20mg in the past 24 hours and you want to stop but you can't handle the withdrawals?
If you want to stop your adderall abuse Go to a clinic. They will help you through the detox process. With addiction, there is...
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How much time do you need in between when changing from Adderall to Strattera?
When i went to adderall it had only been a couple of days since i had last took my Stattera, I asked my doctor if i should be...
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If you have severe anxiety and you have recently been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder will taking Adderall and Vistiril together hurt you?
Really, this question is one you should have initially inquired about through you primary care physician (prescribing medical...
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Does Ritalin or Adderal make you feel overly calm and euphoric rather than focused?
yes and no, it is dextroamphetamine, it definetly focuses most people, and usually makes them calm and euphoric, but not like...
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How soon does 2 20mg Adderall wear off?
There really isn't a universal answer for this question. There are several factors to consider when medication such as Adderall...
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If you have ADHD and take Adderall what will happen to you if you drink alcoholic beverages?
I have been taking Adderall for a year, 20 mg twice a day. I'm also taking Wellbutrin 150 mg 3 times a day, and Levoxyl 100 mcg...
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Can you take Adderall immediate release with Wellbutrin XR?
Yes you can. Infact this is considered a great combination for these two medications. I took both myself. Doctors say Wellbutrin...
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When taking Adderal xr will you fail your drug test for meth?
you will fail for amphetamine
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Should an 8-year-old be given a combination of 50 mg of Adderall in the morning and 50 mg of Strattera in the afternoon?
Look, all I know is... my husband is a thirty-one year old man weighing 180 lb. and he only takes 10 mg three times daily or when...
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If your son seems to get more hyper on Adderall and Strattera and goes crazy screaming hitting and crying will this go away?
I am not a physician and cannot say for sure if it will "go away", but I can tell you that Strattera can cause extreme agitation...
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Are there real significant differences between the increase in ability to concentrate and focus between high doses of caffeine and a prescription of Adderall or Strattera?
Well and this is jusy my personal opinion, the euphoric state and level of concentration your able to obtain while taking...
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Does Adderall affect your immune system?
Yes. See http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&list_uids=12120898&dopt=Abstract which is a...
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Could high doses of Adderall cause nerve damage?
Yes it could cause nerve damage. It's amphetamines- speed. If you take too much it could kill you. Adderall carries the risk of...
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How do inhibitors affect the brain?
If you're talking about SSRI's, they are "selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors". In the case of depression, your body absorbs...
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Can you take Ibuprofen while taking Lamictal?
Yes You Can. Good Luck
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Should you get your prescription of Adderall increased if day 1 was great but now on the third day it does not have the same effect and you're not as focused and calm as you were on day 1 and 2?
If you just started taking Adderall (XR I am assuming??), then your doctor, like most others, probably started you out at a very...
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Will Adderall affect the results of a pregnancy test?
no it does not! However, it is an FDA category C medication. Studies have not been done in humans. However, animal studies have...
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Can a person get ADD or ADHD by abusing Adderall and other such medications?
I have had some students who simply weren't too bright...taking ADD ADHD medications because their parents couldn't accept their...
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What should you do if you are taking Adderall XR and it is working great but you seem to be depressed?
Talk to your doctor immediately and stop taking it if the condition (for which you are on Adderall) you have isn't life...
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What happens if you mix oxycodone and adderall?
ADDERALL OXYCODONE ANSWER Adderall is a stimulant used to treat ADHD or NARCOLEPSY. Ocycodone is a narcotic pain killer used...
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Does Adderall 10mg work every time you take it?
I have been taking Adderall XR 10mg for about one week, after which I will begin taking 20mg. I have taken 20mg a couple times...
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Can you use Adderall to offset weight gain caused by Lexapro which was prescribed for depression and obsessive thinking?
The simple answer would be yes, however, there are many pros and cons. First, in clinical studies, Lexapro is weight gain...
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How do you get a prescription for Adderall?
You must go to a psychiatrist or psychopharmacologist. Your health insurance, referral from someone you know or local hospital...
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Has anyone found Strattera to be as effective as Adderall XR for providing the motivation and energy to begin and complete tasks?
Strattera was a complete waste of time for me. Lots of side effects and no efficacy. Adderall XR is much better. Strattera...
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Is it normal to experience debilitating anxiety and moodiness around 7 pm when taking 50 mg adderall xr 25 x2 in the morning and 25 mg adderall immediate release in the late afternoon?
There is a recognized side effect of mood changes with Adderall XR or immediate release. If you were experiecing dibilitaing...
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Does Adderall work every time you take it?
Yes & no. If taken appropriately, or in moderation, it is a God-send. If significantly abused for a few weeks, your body will...
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Is it okay to take 30 mgs of Adderall a day?
Yes. I, as an adult, take thirty mgs a day for ADD. It helps with the ADD symptoms. Not as much as Ritalin did but without the...
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Why do you sometimes feel like your 30mg Adderall XR isn't working?
Does it not have that "sense of well being" feeling anymore? You may have developed a tolerance to this dose. It's common to need...
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Is it usually necessary to lower the dose of Adderall XR if you add Wellbutrin into the mix from 30mg XL and 10mg IR in the morning and evening to just 30mg XL?
Adderall and Wellbutrin typically work very well together. I myself took 150mg Wellbutrin XL and 90mg Adderall XR, it worked...
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Will 20mg of adderall be detectable in a drug test after a week and a half after taking the drug?
Probably not. Adderallâ„¢ is a collection of four amphetamine salts, each of which has a half-life of between 11-13 hours in...
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Can Adderall cause depression in children?
Adderall can cause depression in ANYONE.
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What is Adderall used to treat?
Adderall Usually treats ADD/ADHD Adderall is normally used to treat attention deficit disorder and attention deficit...
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What are the different types of solutions?
elixirs syrups peadriatic drops linctuses
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Do you still have ADHD if Strattera and Adderall don't work?
My first thought when I read this was "Well, of course you do"! But, when I went to answer your querry, I realized just how in...
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Can Adderall be causing a chronic obsession over the ADD diagnosis such as reading everything about ADD and questioning all the symptoms?
Maybe Yes, it can occasionally give you paranoia and suspicious thoughts, go and speak to your doctor who is prescribing this...
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Is two 10 mg adderall xl the same as one 20 mg adderall xl?
First, it is Adderall XR. And yes 2 10mg of immediate relase Adderall is equivalent to Adderall XR 20mg. The Adderall XR is time...
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Is adderall considered methamphetamine?
No It is not a Methamphetamine, however Adderall is an Amphetamine. The difference is the "meth" molecule basically makes the...
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Is Darvocet a narcotic?
What is Darvocet? • Propoxyphene (related to codeine) is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It works by...
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What happens if you snort Adderall while taking Cymbalta and Seroquel and Visteril and Klonopin and Protonix?
Someone is really looking for a trip to the Psyche ward with a possible ending at the morgue. Take what is prescribed for you,...
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Does one dose of adderall xr last as long as 2 doses of immediate release adderall taken 5 hours apart?
You should be able to get 8 to 10 hours of therapy out of one dose of XR depending on the dose, and your metabolism
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How long does amphetamine stay in your system?
how long will salt amphetamines stay in your body system? Answer: its detectable in urine about 2-4 days after use,...
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Is there any difference between the soon-to-be-generic Adderall XR and the new Vyvanse by Shire Pharmaceuticals that would justify switching to Vyvanase given that both claim to last up to 12 hours?
Vyvanase and Adderall both exert their effect in the brain through the same active chemical (dextroamphetamine). The difference...
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Can you mix Adderall and Effexor?
I was recently prescribed to effexor and I already take 20mg adderall- the doctor said it was no problem, as long as its taken as...
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When does Adderall XR become generic?
Generic Adderall XR is available in the U.S. as of April 2009. "A court battle over patent rights, scheduled for October, will...
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What should be the size of the prostate gland?
The size of the prostate varies with age. In young men (<40) it should be about the size of a walnut and weigh about 40g, but...
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Can you take suboxone and adderall?
I wouldn't suggest it. But the fact that you're asking leads me to believe that you have been using Adderall in combination with...
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