Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine (By mouth)
am-FET-a-meen a-SPAR-tate, am-FET-a-meen SUL-fate, dex-troe-am-FET-a-meen SAK-a-rate, dex-troe-am-FET-a-meen SUL-fate
Amphetamine Salt Combination
Treats ADHD. Also treats narcolepsy.
Drug classes
CNS Stimulant (About this – PubMed Health)
Uses
Uses of This Medicine
Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine combination is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy (uncontrollable desire for sleep or sudden attacks of deep sleep). These two medicines belong to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) stimulants.
Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine combination works in the treatment of ADHD to increase attention and decrease restlessness in patients who are overactive, cannot concentrate, or are easily distracted. It is used as part of a total treatment program that also includes social, educational, and psychological therapy.
This medicine is available only with a doctor’s prescription. Prescriptions cannot be refilled. A new prescription must be obtained from your doctor each time you need this medicine.
Other uses (PubMed Health)
How To Use
Long Acting Capsule, Tablet
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Extended-release capsule:
Take the capsule in the morning. You may have trouble falling asleep at night if you take it in the afternoon or evening. Swallow the capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it. If you cannot swallow the capsule, you may open it and sprinkle the contents over a spoonful of applesauce. Swallow the mixture right away without chewing.Tablet: Take the tablet in the morning and early afternoon. You may have trouble falling asleep if you take it at night.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAOI within the past 14 days.
Some foods and medicines can affect how this medicine works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:
Acetazolamide, ammonium chloride, antacids. chlorpromazine, ethosuximide, glutamic acid, guanethidine, haloperidol, hydrochlorothiazide, lithium, meperidine, methenamine, omeprazole, phenobarbital, phenytoin, reserpine, sodium acid phosphate, sodium bicarbonate Blood pressure medicine Tricyclic medicine to treat depression (including desipramine, protriptyline)Fruit juice and vitamin C can affect how your body absorbs this medicine.
When Not To Use
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to amphetamine, dextroamphetamine, or similar medicines, or if you have glaucoma, an overactive thyroid, or a history of drug abuse.
Warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have heart or blood vessel disease (such as arteriosclerosis), heart rhythm problems, high blood pressure, a history of heart attack, stroke, or seizures, or Tourette syndrome. Tell your doctor if you or anyone in your family has a history of depression, mental health problems, or drug or alcohol abuse.
This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
This medicine may cause the following problems:
Serious heart or blood vessel problems, including heart attack and stroke Unusual changes in behavior or thoughts Peripheral vasculopathy (a blood circulation problem) Delayed growth in childrenThis medicine may make you dizzy or cause blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Possible side effects
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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Blurred vision or vision changes
Chest pain, trouble breathing, fainting
Extreme energy or restlessness, confusion, agitation, unusual behavior
Fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
Numb, cold, pale, or painful fingers or toes
Seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
Seizures
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Dry mouth, diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain
Headache, dizziness
Loss of appetite, weight loss
Trouble sleeping
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
More side effects of this drug
Brand names include
Adderall, Adderall XR, Adderall XR – 10mg, Adderall XR – 15mg, Adderall XR – 20mg, Adderall XR – 25mg, Adderall XR – 30mg, Adderall XR – 5mg
There may be other brand names for this medicine.