Adderall 30 mg

Overview of Adderall 30 mg

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and narcolepsy disorder are treated by Adderall medicine. AD 30 orange round pill is identified as Adderall 30 mg in the market. It is a prescription-only and CNS (central nervous system) stimulant medication. It is a combination medicine that comprises amphetamine and dextroamphetamine and both act as active ingredients.

There are other branded medicines in which these two components are used like Mydayis and Adderall XR. The combination medication is approved by the U.S. FDA (Food and Drug Administration). Generally, it is approved for treating neurodevelopmental and sleeping disorders.

It is categorized as a controlled substance of Schedule II. Due to this category, it can form a habit because this combination medicine has a high risk of drug abuse, misuse, and dependency. The extended-release (ER) and immediate-release (IR) are two forms of this drug.

Dose & Dosage Strength of Adderall Drug:

Adderall is available in the form of a tablet in immediate-release and a capsule in extended-release form. The dosage strengths are as follows:-

Dosage Forms

• Capsule (ER): The extended release is in the form of a capsule with dosage strengths such as 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 25mg, and 30mg.

• Tablet (IR): The immediate release is in the form of a tablet. The dosage strengths are 5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg, 12.5mg, 15mg, 20mg and 30mg.

Dosage Administration

The initial suggested dose is 10 mg in children who are between 6 to 17 years old. In adults, 20 mg is the advised dose that should be taken in the morning.

The function of Adderall 30 mg Medication:

Adderall consists of Amphetamine which is an active component and acts as the central nervous system or CNS stimulant. when the adrenal gland produces a catecholamine hormone, then The level of norepinephrine and dopamine gets raised in the brain.

This causes the prevention of reabsorption or reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine into the nerve cell (presynaptic neuron). It enhances the concentration of these two monoamines. This drug helps to reduce the symptoms of ADHD in children.

Uses of 30 mg Adderall:

Adderall 30 mg is approved to treat the following disorders:-

Narcolepsy:-

This medication is helpful to treat sleep disorders in which an individual is not able to remain awake for a long duration.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder:-

It is a neurodevelopment disorder of the brain. A patient has difficulty paying attention and uncontrollable impulsive behavior. It is first diagnosed in childhood and may continue till adulthood.  Adderall is used to minimize the symptoms of ADHD.

Off-label use:-

This drug is used to treat cerebrovascular accidents (less supply of blood into the brain causes brain tissue damage).

Side Effects :

Common Side Effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Lack of appetite
• Decreased body weight
• Headache
• Mood Swing
• Dry Mouth
• Weight loss
• Watery stool

Serious Side Effects

• Difficulty in sleeping
• Suicidal thoughts
• Trouble breathing
• Visual problems
• Confusion
• Tics (often repetitive movement and twitches)
• Extreme headache
• Fast heartbeat
• Convulsion
• Cardiovascular problems
• Erection for a long time
• Infection in the urinary tract
• May raise blood pressure
• Uncontrollable movement

Safety Measures:

• There are precautions that should be followed before or during treatment. These are as follows:-
• To avoid insomnia, it is suggested that the medicine should not be taken in the afternoon or late in the evening.
• It may cause habit-forming due to which medicine should not be taken without seeking medical advice from a healthcare professional.
• Due to drug interaction, it is advised not to take antidepressants (MAO inhibitors) or other drugs.
• If one is allergic to the active salt components of Adderall then immediately the medicine has to be stopped.
• Before starting treatment, patients should tell the doctor about their medical history.