What should you not mix with Adderall?

Adderall may interact with the following substances:
Gastrointestinal acidifying agents such as ascorbic acid, fruit juice, guanethidine, reserpine and glutamic acid HCl can lower absorption of Adderall.
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What drugs should not be taken with Adderall?

Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, metaxalone, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, safinamide, selegiline, tranylcypromine) during treatment with this medication. Most MAO inhibitors should also not be taken for two weeks before treatment with this medication.
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What things interact with Adderall?

Common medications that may interact with Adderall include:
  • anticoagulants (blood thinners), such as warfarin, or other drugs that have blood-thinning effects such as aspirin or NSAIDs.
  • anticonvulsants, such as phenytoin, phenobarbital, or primidone.
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What blocks the effects of Adderall?

Chlorpromazine blocks dopamine and norepinephrine receptors, thus inhibiting the central stimulant effects of amphetamines, and can be used to treat amphetamine poisoning.
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Can you drink caffeine with Adderall?

If you or your child has a prescription for Adderall, it's best to limit your caffeine intake, as it will intensify unpleasant side effects. Each substance can cause nervousness and jitteriness. Each can interfere with sleep, so taking them together can lead to a serious case of insomnia.
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Does caffeine make Adderall stronger?

Heart and blood pressure

The chemicals that Adderall activates in the brain cause the blood vessels to constrict, and the heart rate and blood pressure to rise. Adding caffeine can cause them to rise further.
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How long does Adderall take to kick in on an empty stomach?

Adderall is a tablet medication that dissolves in your stomach. It is an immediate release drug. If you take a tablet on an empty stomach, the drug reaches its peak effects in 3 hours.
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What foods affect Adderall?

Foods that contain large amounts of citric acid and ascorbic acid (vitamin C) will prevent the absorption of both Adderall IR and XR into the body. Fruit juices high in vitamin C, soda drinks, and food with high levels of preservatives should be avoided an hour before and after taking Adderall.
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Can Adderall make you not get hard?

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a potential side effect for people who are taking Adderall. Some people report a decreased interest in sex and difficulty getting and keeping an erection. This change in sex drive or sexual performance can cause distress and embarrassment.
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Can Adderall damage your brain?

Abuse of Adderall can be highly dangerous, as the drug can have neurotoxic effects. Adderall neurotoxicity is damage to the nervous system, and in the case of Adderall, it refers to neuron and nerve damage caused by high levels of dopamine.
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What does Adderall do to people without ADHD?

In people who don't have ADHD, because Adderall produces an excess amount of dopamine, users may experience feelings of euphoria and increased energy levels, as well as possible dangerous physical and emotional side effects.
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Does Adderall make you hot?

Adderall mainly stimulates the sympathetic nervous system, which triggers the body's "fight or flight" responses, such as pupil dilation, increased blood pressure and heart rate and increased sweating.
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Is it OK to take Adderall on an empty stomach?

When a drug's absorption is significantly affected by food intake, its label usually says it is best taken either one hour before or two hours after a meal. The current approved labeling for Adderall does not address any need to take the medication on an empty stomach.
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Can I take vitamins with Adderall?

Interactions between your drugs

No interactions were found between Adderall and Vitamins.
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How long does 20mg of Adderall last?

The immediate-release Adderall version will last around 4–6 hours per dose, while Adderall XR, the extended-release version, only needs to be taken once each morning. Adderall is one of the most widely prescribed ADHD treatment medications.
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Why does Adderall stop working after a few days?

The body can develop Adderall tolerance. If you are using it for medical reasons, you may feel as though it has stopped working or become less effective after a period of time. This is perfectly normal. Usually, your doctor will evaluate the efficacy of your current dose and prescribe a tiny increase in dose if needed.
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How do I get rid of Adderall anxiety?

Here are some ways you can manage the anxiety caused by Adderall.
  1. Talk to your doctor. If you start experiencing anxiety after taking Adderall, tell your doctor right away. ...
  2. Eat a healthy diet. ...
  3. Reduce caffeine. ...
  4. Get enough sleep. ...
  5. Exercise regularly. ...
  6. Practice meditation and/or yoga. ...
  7. Listen to relaxing music. ...
  8. Relax your muscles.
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Can you take advil with Adderall?

Interactions between your drugs

No interactions were found between Adderall and Advil. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
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Can you take Adderall everyday?

Adderall is safe to use long term when taken at doctor-recommended dosages. For many people, common side effects such as loss of appetite, dry mouth, or insomnia are reduced with continued use of the drug. For others, these side effects may continue.
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Does Adderall change your face?

Hypersensitivity and Allergic Reactions: The stimulant properties of Adderall can cause swelling under your skin called angioedema, which can result in a red rash or hives on your skin.
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What is Adderall tongue?

Moreover, anecdotal reports suggest that people on stimulant ADHD medications can develop the following symptoms: tongue and mouth movement, including tongue sucking. rawness and soreness of the tongue. biting or chewing of the tongue, lips, or inner cheeks.
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Does Adderall make you poop?

Adderall can also cause you to poop and even cause diarrhea. One of the potential Adderall side effects is increased jitteriness or anxiety. These powerful emotions can affect a person's brain-stomach connection and lead to increased gastric motility.
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Does Adderall help with memory?

Adderall is known to be helpful for people with ADHD. It can help reduce impulsiveness and promote increased focus, concentration, and memory.
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What does addiction to Adderall look like?

Such symptoms can include fatigue, irritability, anxiety, depression, confusion, and/or sleep troubles. Treatment of Adderall addiction may include drug detox to overcome the symptoms of withdrawal, inpatient or live-in rehab, therapies, and more.
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Does Adderall make you angry?

Long-term use of Adderall can cause other effects on mental health such as irritability, depression, mood swings, panic attacks, and paranoia.
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