Adderall XR 25 mg

Adderall XR is a branded medicine that is used in the treatment of ADHD. Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine are the active ingredients and generic variants of this drug. Patients must possess a prescription to purchase this medicine. Adderall XR 25 mg comes in capsule form with an orange/white color.

This medicine is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to help treat ADHD in patients who are older than 6 years old.

Use Of Adderall XR 25 mg:

This medicine is used in the treatment of the following disorder:

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD):

It is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can affect both adults and children. The people who are suffering from this condition find it difficult to pay attention, and they often make careless mistakes. Hyperactivity and impulsivity are also seen in ADHD patients.

The exact factors that lead to development of this disorder are not known. However, it is believed that environment, parenting, genetics, etc. play a role.

How Does it Work?

Adderall XR is a CNS (Central Nervous System) stimulant. It works by increasing the levels of certain neurotransmitters, dopamine and norepinephrine in the body. These neurotransmitters are often associated with attention and impulse control.

Adderall XR is an extended-release medicine. It slowly relaxes the body after consuming it.

Other Doses of Adderall XR:

Adderall XR 25 is an extended-release formulation. The available strengths are as follows:

• Adderall XR 5 mg
• Adderall XR 10 mg
• Adderall XR 15 mg
• Adderall XR 20 mg
• Adderall XR 30 mg

Before recommending this drug, doctors examine the patients carefully. And then advise to take this drug as follows-

• Adult patients can take 20 mg Adderall XR dose every day.
• 6- 17 years old people can take 10 mg to 30 mg of Adderall XR per day.
• Below 6 years old people cannot take this drug

Side Effects of  25 mg Adderall XR:

In some cases, the following side effects can occur in patients who are using Adderall XR:

• Irritation in eyes
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Chills
• Runny nose
• Discomfort in throat
• Double Vision

Severe side effects such as dizziness, seizures, chest pain, and overactive reflexes can arise. If these are experienced, try to avail medical assistance as soon as possible. Long-term use of this medicine may cause problems in the growth of a child.

Precautions:

People have to follow certain safety measures during this XR medication course. These safety measures include-

• This drug is in Schedule II of the Controlled Substance Act (CSA). It has a high potential for abuse. so never use this drug without the doctor’s permission.
• Using a MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days, cannot take this drug.
• Don’t crush, chew, or open this XR capsule. Swallow it.
• People can take this XR medicine with food or without food.
• Store it at room temperature.
• This medicine may cause drug interactions with others. So, avoid taking this medicine with others.
• Never take double doses at the same time. Overdose of Adderall may prove to be fatal.