Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine
Brand: Adderall
Boxed warning
High potential for abuse, misuse, and addiction, which can lead to overdose and death.
- Caution
- Sudden death and serious cardiovascular events in patients with structural heart problems; raised blood pressure and heart rate.
Common side effects
- Decreased appetite
- Insomnia
- Increased heart rate
- Elevated blood pressure
- Weight loss
Key interactions
- Avoid MAO inhibitors
- Serotonergic drugs risk serotonin syndrome
- Acidifying agents lower drug levels
Counseling points
- Take in the morning to reduce insomnia
- Controlled substance; keep secured
- Report chest pain or palpitations
- May reduce appetite; monitor weight
- Do not share with others
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