Get Informed: Amphetamine Salts

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Patient Comments About
Amphetamine Salts

Active Ingredient(s)

Amphetamine Salts

What does it do?

Amphetamine Salts

This product is used in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This product contains a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, which are believed to have an effect on norepinephrine and dopamine in the brain.

Last Text Update:
 2010-Jul-31 4:46 PM
Last Data Update:
 2010-Jul-30 9:05 PM

Other Names

  • Adderall XR
  • Adderall
  • Amphetamine Salts

How Safe Is It?

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Average Risk Rating
2:
Pregnancy Category
C

Black Box Warning

This product has a black box warning relating to its risk of abuse, dependence and serious cardiovascular events.

Facts & Figures

Date Approved
19 Jan 1960
Est US Patients*
4,509,000
Generic Available
Yes
OTC Available
No

User Age Distribution*

33

< 21

40

21-39

23

40-59

4

60+

Age (Years)

* Estimated number of US people currently taking Amphetamine Salts or its active ingredient based on population adjusted patient numbers registered with iGuard.org.

Other Resources

Recent alerts for Amphetamine Salts

Amphetamine Salts Safety Report

2:

The iGuard risk rating for Amphetamine Salts is orange. This rating takes into account the fact that Amphetamine Salts has been associated with high rates of abuse and should be managed carefully. It means that should normally be used cautiously to minimize the risk of serious side effects.

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What is Amphetamine Salts used for?

iGuard is currently tracking more than 33,300 patients that use Amphetamine Salts (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)). Use the table below to learn why iGuard users take this product; click on any underlined condition to get information on other medications used for treatment.

Disease / Condition % Average Severity
Attention Deficit Disorder 91% mild 6 severe
Chronic Fatigue 26% mild 7 severe
Depression 9% mild 7 severe
Other 2% mild 5 severe

How well does Amphetamine Salts work?

iGuard regularly polls our more than 33,300 users taking Amphetamine Salts (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) using the Treatment Satisfaction Questionnaire for Medications (TSQM) . This feedback is continuously updated in tables below for the benefit of the iGuard community. To request scores for specific patient subgroups, please contact research@iguard.org.

Average Satisfaction Score

(out of 10)

Average Effectiveness Score

(out of 10)

72 73
86%
of patients are confident that the good things about Amphetamine Salts outweigh the bad things.
2%
of patients wish they were told more before they started taking Amphetamine Salts.

Common Side Effects of Amphetamine Salts

iGuard regularly polls our more than 33,300 users taking Amphetamine Salts (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) to monitor the development and frequency of side-effects. This feedback is continuously updated in tables and graphs below for the benefit of the iGuard community.

42%

42% of patients experience side-effects on Amphetamine Salts

6%

6% of patients experience significant side-effects on Amphetamine Salts


Most Common Side Effects...

  • 10% Insomnia
  • 5% Weight Loss
  • 5% Anxiety
  • 5% Mood/Behavior Changes
  • 5% Dryness
  • 5% Loss of Appetite
  • 5% Restlessness
  • 5% Tremor
  • = 10%

Less than 1%: Itch/Rash, Vision Changes


Global Patient Feedback for Amphetamine Salts ( Post a comment )

Comments, Questions, and Answers
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Question/Comment:

To the post on 7/2, I am 30 y/o and I take 140 mg of Adderall a day. I am the same as you. I sleep about 16 hours straight, get up go to work, take and hour nap at lunch, come home at 4 and I'm asleep by 5 for the night. Its frustrating, I know. I also take 400mg of provigil, but nothing changes. I wish I knew what would help, but I wanted you to know you aren't alone.

30 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States

Posted: 2010-07-04 23:39:12

Question/Comment:

PLEASE people I am DESPERATE for your help....I am hypothyroid and I have been taking Synthroid for YEARS...my thryroid is no longer the problem...I have been bedridden for 3 years, I am 22 and I literally would not get out of bed for less than 10 grand because I'm so TIRED every waking minute...I went to my doctor and said please put me on adderall!! he did and it's NOT HELPING...can my case really be that unique??

22 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States

Posted: 2010-07-02 21:56:58

Question/Comment:

I saw a notice that Adderal can worsen my hypothyroid condition. How exactly does this happen and how much should I be concerned?

55 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States

Posted: 2010-05-02 21:34:51

iGuard Answer/Reply:

Increased heart rate and blood pressure are side effects of Adderall - if your thyroid hormone dose is too high, you can also experience increased heart rate and blood pressure. Make sure your doctors are aware that you are on both medications - attending your regular check ups and reporting any side effects will help your doctor identify any potential problems with your Adderall or thryroid hormone replacement doses.

Posted: 2010-05-23 21:12:19

Question/Comment:

My 8 year old son takes adderall for ADHD. I was so amazed at how this medication has affected my son. It keeps him completely focused during his school day and his grades are now A's and B's. Without adderall he is just to hyper to calm down and have control over. I do find that on occasion he does get a little sad or depressed on the medication. I watch this carefully and sometimes give him a break off it for a few days. Overall it works!

36 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States

Posted: 2010-04-29 08:33:58

Question/Comment:

I take methylphenedate 60 mg daily. I have no insomnia or other adverse reaction. I fell I could use an additional 20 mg per day. I take it for severe depression and ADHD. Do you think this is to much?

67 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States

Posted: 2010-04-14 17:08:11

iGuard Answer/Reply:

The maximum recommended dose of methylphenidate for adults is 72mg/day. Speak with your doctor about your treatment options. You need to talk with your doctor before doing any adjustments on your dosages.

Posted: 2010-05-01 14:02:21

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