Description
Adderall IR is a first-choice medication used to treat attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It contains the instant-release (IR) forms of dextroamphetamine and amphetamine salts. The medication starts to work within 45 minutes, but only lasts for up to 4 to 6 hours, so you might need more than 1 dose each day. Common side effects include difficulty sleeping and loss of appetite. It’s a controlled substance because of its high risk of misuse and dependency.
COMMON BRANDS
Adderall
DRUG CLASS
Stimulant
CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE CLASSIFICATION
Schedule II
GENERIC STATUS
Lower-cost generic available
AVAILABILITY
Prescription only
Reviewed by:
Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCP
Allison Barnes, PharmD
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