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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
If you don't have any heart problems, Adderall is unlikely to give you one. Mental problems. While the risk of developing mental health issues while on Adderall is low, one study showed that among adolescents and young adults with ADHD who were receiving prescription stimulants, about 1 in 660 patients experienced psychosis (hallucinations and delusions) for the first time. The risk was twice as high for patients on Adderall as it was for patients on Ritalin, another stimulant.Stunted growth. Although Adderall appears to slow growth in children, studies show the change is small and kids usually catch up to their peers over time.Adderall XR is the long-acting version of Adderall. The XR stands for "extended release." Adderall XR lasts 12 hours, so you need to take it only once a day. Regular Adderall (also known as Adderall IR -- short for "immediate release") has to be taken every 4-6 hours, which could mean taking the pill two or three times a day. For children who may not remember to take their medicines, XR might be a better option. XR is in capsule form and is made up of half IR beads and half XR beads. Adderall IR comes as a tablet/pill.The side effects are the same for both versions of the drug.When you first stop using Adderall, you may experience:Sleeping for longer than usualIrritabilityOvereatingMild cravings for the drugThis "crash phase" will last for a day or two. After that, for 2-4 weeks you could experience:Depression, mood swings, and an inability to experience pleasureStronger cravings for the drugDisturbed sleepLethargyThis is called the withdrawal phase. Psychotic episodes are possible during this period. If you were misusing Adderall, the withdrawal effects will be similar to those above, though they could be more pronounced if you weren't taking the drug for a medical reason. Fortunately, the withdrawal symptoms are mild and not life-threatening, though they could be worse if you were on a high dosage of Adderall over a long period. There aren't any medications to treat Adderall withdrawal, though you may be given an antidepressant if your depression is long-lasting.You can take steps to reduce some side effects of Adderall. Ask your doctor what might work for you. Some things you can try: Have good sleep habits. Many people with ADHD have insomnia, or trouble sleeping. Stimulant medicines such as Adderall can add to the problem. To get better sleep, limit caffeine and screen time (phone, TV, or video games) close to bedtime.Don’t take Adderall after 5 p.m. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember -- up to a point. The later you take this drug, the more likely it is to keep you awake at night. Try
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