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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Adderall is a CNS stimulant used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Used primarily in school-aged children and teenagers, adults with ADHD also can benefit from this medication. Adderall is classified as a Schedule II/IIN Controlled Substances due to a high potential for abuse and dependency.All states now allow NPs to prescribe controlled substances, although some have certain guidelines to follow as set forth by their state. The American Medical Association (AMA) provides a helpful table listing all states with guidelines for what nurse practitioners can prescribe.An example is Alabama. The medical board stipulates that although nurse practitioners can prescribe Adderall and Schedule II controlled substances, NPs must first obtain a permit from the Alabama Medical Examination Board. Strangely, in Arizona, an NP can prescribe Adderall but not refill it.Florida, which is restrictive practice for NPs, makes it difficult for a nurse practitioner to prescribe Adderall and other Schedule II controlled substances. Florid regulations state that NPs are limited when prescribing in this category. The AMA indicates that Florida NPs can prescribe Schedule II drugs “only if the APRN has graduated from a program leading to a master’s or doctoral degree in a clinical nursing specialty area with training in specialized practitioner skills”. 4. Can An NP Prescribe ADHD Medication? Can nurse practitioners prescribe medication for ADHD? As I described above, the answer is yes based on individual state criteria set forth for nurse practitioners. For restrictive practice states such as Arkansas, Georgia and Missouri, the chart listed above shows that NPs in these states cannot prescribe schedule II drugs such as Adderall, Vyvanse, Ritalin, and Dexedrine. All of these drugs are common in the treatment of ADHD.Of note, not all ADHD medications are classified as schedule II drugs. ADHD medications such as Strattera, Intuniv, and Clonidine ER are non-stimulant medications and therefore are not controlled substances. This opens the door for nurse practitioners in states that do not allow them to prescribe CNS stimulants for ADHD. They can still prescribe other types of non-stimulant ADHD medications.Although many nurse practitioners monitor ADHD medication, most prefer to refer children and adults for initial treatment and further evaluation to a physician specializing in ADHD.5. Can An NP Prescribe Adipex? Adipex (generic name Phentermine) is a weight loss medication. It is designed to be used in conjunction with a low-calorie diet and an exercise and behavior modification program to achieve safe weight
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