Guest guest Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 Hi Girls...recap...had implants 11/3 had removed 9/6 (I'm 50 )....still have some symptoms...but the fogginess and not retaining things is getting to me..I just got a promotion and I'm in a 6 months training class.....my doctor has suggested a low dose of Adderall....has anyone taken this and if so what's your input ? My daughter 32 takes and it works great for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 Be Extremely Careful should you take it........ http://www.adderall.net/ “Amphetamine, as with cocaine, can induce symptoms similar to those seen in obsessive disorder, panic disorder, and phobic disorders.†ABOVE: Kaplan and Sadock's Synopsis of Psychiatry (2007) citing American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. 20 Deaths Linked to Adderall XR as reported by Associated Press and Bloomberg News on February 10, 2005 Photo: Matt Jeacock Adderall XR, a widely used drug for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, was pulled off the market in Canada after regulators linked the drug to 20 sudden deaths and 12 strokes. Fourteen of the deaths and two of the 12 strokes were in children. The adverse reactions were not associated with overdose, misuse or abuse of Adderall XR, Canadian regulators said. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a public health advisory to alert providers to the withdrawal. But the agency also said it had evaluated the same reports as Canadian regulators and did not think the data warranted pulling the drug from the U.S. market. “High doses and long-term use of amphetamines are associated with erectile disorder and other sexual dysfunctions.†ABOVE: Kaplan and Sadock's Synopsis of Psychiatry (2007) citing American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. ADDERALL (a Schedule II controlled substance) is the new name for a Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine composite medication that has been around for more than 30 years. This formula was also used in a medication known as Obetrol, made in the past by Rexar and developed for weight loss. As a medication for ADHD, Adderall was approved for unrestricted use for treatment of ADHD by the FDA in March 1996. All amphetamines (amphetamine, dextroamphetamine and methamphetamine) have essentially the same chemical properties and their actions are so alike that even experienced users may not feel a difference between them, according to a 2005 report by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). SOURCE: Drug Enforcement Administration, US Department of Justice. “Amphetamines,†Drugs of Abuse Publication. National Drug Intelligence Center, 2005 ed. www.usdoj.gov/dea/pubs/abuse. Adderall XR Side Effects and Warnings Updated December 1, 2009 Schedule II Substance Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine Composite Brand Names: ADDERALL and ADDERALL XR Generic Name: AMPHETAMINE MIXED SALTS Category: RESPIRATORY AND CEREBRAL STIMULANTS FDA “Black Box†Warning Label The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires the following “black box†warning on all amphetamines, including Adderall and Adderall XR, which means that medical studies indicate these drugs carry a significant risk of serious, or even life-threatening, adverse effects. WARNING AMPHETAMINES HAVE A HIGH POTENTIAL FOR ABUSE. ADMINISTRATION OF AMPHETAMINES FOR PROLONGED PERIODS OF TIME MAY LEAD TO DRUG DEPENDENCE AND MUST BE AVOIDED. PARTICULAR ATTENTION SHOULD BE PAID TO THE POSSIBILITY OF SUBJECTS OBTAINING AMPHETAMINES FOR NONTHERAPEUTIC USE OR DISTRIBUTION TO OTHERS, AND THE DRUGS SHOULD BE PRESCRIBED OR DISPENSED SPARINGLY. MISUSE OF AMPHETAMINE MAY CAUSE SUDDEN DEATH AND SERIOUS CARDIOVASCULAR ADVERSE EVENTS. ABOVE: FDA black box warning label means that medical studies indicate the drug carries a significant risk of serious or even life-threatening adverse effects. Description Adderall and Adderall XR are powerful blends of four amphetamines that includes Dexedrine and Benzedrine. Each contains: EACH ADDERALL TABLET CONTAINS: 5 mg 7.5mg 10 mg 15 mg 20 mg 30 mg Amphetamine Aspartate 1.25 mg 1.875 mg 2.5 mg 3.75 mg 5.0 mg 7.5 mg Dextroamphetamine Sulfate USP 1.25 mg 1.875 mg 2.5 mg 3.75 mg 5.0 mg 7.5 mg Amphetamine Sulfate USP 1.25 mg 1.875 mg 2.5 mg 3.75 mg 5.0 mg 7.5 mg Dextroamphetamine Saccharate 1.25 mg 1.875 mg 2.5 mg 3.75 mg 5.0 mg 7.5 mg TOTAL AMPHETAMINES 3.1 mg 4.7 mg 6.3 mg 9.4 mg 12.6mg 18.8 mg EACH ADDERALL XR CAPSULE CONTAINS: 5 mg 10 mg 15 mg 20 mg 25 mg 30 mg Amphetamine Aspartate 1.25 mg 2.5 mg 3.75 mg 5.0 mg 6.25 mg 7.5 mg Dextroamphetamine Sulfate USP 1.25 mg 2.5 mg 3.75 mg 5.0 mg 6.25 mg 7.5 mg Amphetamine Sulfate USP 1.25 mg 2.5 mg 3.75 mg 5.0 mg 6.25 mg 7.5 mg Dextroamphetamine Saccharate 1.25 mg 2.5 mg 3.75 mg 5.0 mg 6.25 mg 7.5 mg TOTAL AMPHETAMINES 3.1 mg 6.3 mg 9.4 mg 12.5 mg 15.6 mg 18.8 mg Used For Attention deficit disorder Narcolepsy Depression Obesity How Amphetamines Work When we are stressed or under threat, the central nervous system prepares us for physical action by creating particular physiological changes. Amphetamines prompt the brain to initiate this ‘fight or flight’ response. These changes include: The release of adrenalin and other stress hormones Increased heart rate and blood pressure Redirected blood flow into the muscles and away from the gut In small doses amphetamines can banish tiredness and make the user feel alert and refreshed. However, the burst of energy comes at a price. A "speed crash" always follows the high and may leave the person feeling nauseous, irritable, depressed and extremely exhausted. Do Not Use If You have not tried other psychotherapy, have high blood pressure or any form of heart disease, are very nervous or have severe insomnia, have a history of addiction to drugs or alcohol, or have Tourette syndrome. Do not combine with monoamine oxidase inhibitors. Common Side Effects Dry Mouth Loss of appetite Headache Difficulty falling asleep (insomnia) Nervousness including agitation, anxiety and irritability Addiction Less Common Side Effects High blood pressure Rapid pulse rate Tolerance (constant need to raise the dose) Feelings of suspicion and paranoia Visual hallucinations (seeing things that are not there) Depression Cocaine craving Dermatoses (infected or diseased skin) Urinary tract infection Infection or viral infection Elevated ALT enzyme levels in the blood (signaling liver damage) Overdose Side Effects Amphetamines have been extensively abused. Extreme psychological dependence and severe social disability have resulted. Abuse of amphetamines may cause a sudden heart attack even in those with no signs of heart disease. Symptoms of overdose that require immediate medical assistance include: Restlessness Tremor Aggression Hallucinations Panic states Hyperreflexia (overactive reflexes, which can include twitching or spasms) Personality changes Symptoms of depression Seizures or abnormal EEGs High blood pressure Rapid heart beat Swelling of hands/feet/ankles (for example, numbing of the fingertips) Delusions Sweating Vomiting Dehydration Unexplained muscle pain Lower abdominal pain Rhabdomyolysis and kidney damage Chronic abuse can manifest itself as psychosis, often indistinguishable from schizophrenia Amphetamine-Induced Anxiety Disorder The onset of amphetamine-induced anxiety disorder can occur during amphetamine use or withdrawal, according to best-selling psychiatry text, Kaplan and Sadock's Synopsis of Psychiatry citing American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. "Amphetamine, as with cocaine, can induce symptoms similar to those seen in obsessive disorder, panic disorder, and phobic disorders," states Synopsis of Psychiatry. Adderall-Induced Psychosis Induction of schizophrenic-like states in children on prescribed doses of stimulant medications, including Adderall, have been observed, though not as well documented as with amphetamine abusers, according to The Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine in an article entitled, "Adderall-Induced Psychosis in an Adolescent." Amphetamine-Induced Sexual Dysfunction Referring again to American Psychiatric Association's Manual of Mental Disorders, Synopsis of Psychiatry states: "High doses and long-term use of amphetamines are associated with erectile disorder and other sexual dysfunctions." Adderall and Adderall XR are Schedule II Substances, which means that Adderall and Adderall XR have a "high potential for abuse" that "may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence," and the federal government sets limits on the amount of these amphetamine drugs that may be manufactured each year. ABOVE: 21 USC Sec. 812 01/22/02. Drug Enforcement Administration, US Department of Justice. www.dea.gov/pubs/csa/812.htm. Dependence, Tolerance and Withdrawal It is possible to build up a tolerance to amphetamines, which means the person using the drug needs to take larger doses to achieve the same effect. Over time, the body might come to depend on amphetamines just to function normally. The person craves the drug and their psychological dependence makes them panic if access is denied, even temporarily. Withdrawal symptoms can include tiredness, panic attacks, crankiness, extreme hunger, depression and nightmares. Some people experience a pattern of "binge crash" characterized by using continuously for several days without sleep, followed by a period of heavy sleeping. If It Doesn't Work The drug should be stopped gradually. Withdrawal symptoms are psychological and stopping suddenly can cause extreme fatigue and severe, even suicidal, depression in adult patients. Abrupt cessation of Adderall and Adderall XR can cause extreme fatigue and severe, even suicidal, depression in adult patients. SOURCE: The Essential Guide to Psychiatric Drugs—Rev. and updated (2007). If It Does Work "In the treatment of ADHD for children and young adults, Adderall XR is now prescribed frequently, often as a first-line drug. This is, in my opinion, a very serious mistake," states Jack M. Gorman, M.D., professor of psychiatry at Columbia University and deputy director of the New York State Psychiatric Institute. "Adderall is now abused throughout college campuses, where it is bought, sold, stolen, borrowed, snorted and injected. It is a very powerful drug that undoubtedly works for ADHD, but there are alternatives with less abuse potential that should be tried first." ADDERALL Hi Girls...recap...had implants 11/3 had removed 9/6 (I'm 50 )....still have some symptoms...but the fogginess and not retaining things is getting to me..I just got a promotion and I'm in a 6 months training class.....my doctor has suggested a low dose of Adderall....has anyone taken this and if so what's your input ? My daughter 32 takes and it works great for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 I was prescribed adderall from my urologist because he thought I had to urinate constantly because I was an adult with ADHD. I took the pill once and thought I was going to jump out of my skin, I couldn't wait for the hours to go by so this crap would get out of my system!!! Let me also say that I have used fat burners and epedrine in my life for my sport, but nothing could compare to the horrible feeling I got from Adderall. I hope this helps with your decision.Sent from my iPhoneOn Feb 6, 2010, at 10:04 AM, <karenw4359@...> wrote: Hi Girls...recap...had implants 11/3 had removed 9/6 (I'm 50 )....still have some symptoms...but the fogginess and not retaining things is getting to me..I just got a promotion and I'm in a 6 months training class.....my doctor has suggested a low dose of Adderall....has anyone taken this and if so what's your input ? My daughter 32 takes and it works great for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Congratulations on your promotion! Adderall...what is that? Patty > > Hi Girls...recap...had implants 11/3 had removed 9/6 (I'm 50 )....still have some symptoms...but the fogginess and not retaining things is getting to me..I just got a promotion and I'm in a 6 months training class.....my doctor has suggested a low dose of Adderall....has anyone taken this and if so what's your input ? My daughter 32 takes and it works great for her. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Eegads....That wouldn't be on my list of drugs to take... Patty > > > Be Extremely Careful should you take it........ > > http://www.adderall.net/ > “Amphetamine, as with cocaine, can induce symptoms similar to those seen in obsessive disorder, panic disorder, and phobic disorders.†> ABOVE: Kaplan and Sadock's Synopsis of Psychiatry (2007) citing American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. > > 20 Deaths Linked to Adderall XR > as reported by Associated Press and Bloomberg News on February 10, 2005 > Photo: Matt Jeacock > Adderall XR, a widely used drug for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, was pulled off the market in Canada after regulators linked the drug to 20 sudden deaths and 12 strokes. Fourteen of the deaths and two of the 12 strokes were in children. > The adverse reactions were not associated with overdose, misuse or abuse of Adderall XR, Canadian regulators said. > The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a public health advisory to alert providers to the withdrawal. But the agency also said it had evaluated the same reports as Canadian regulators and did not think the data warranted pulling the drug from the U.S. market. > > “High doses and long-term use of amphetamines are associated with erectile disorder and other sexual dysfunctions.†> > ABOVE: Kaplan and Sadock's Synopsis of Psychiatry (2007) citing American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. > > ADDERALL (a Schedule II controlled substance) is the new name for a Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine composite medication that has been around for more than 30 years. This formula was also used in a medication known as Obetrol, made in the past by Rexar and developed for weight loss. As a medication for ADHD, Adderall was approved for unrestricted use for treatment of ADHD by the FDA in March 1996. > > All amphetamines (amphetamine, dextroamphetamine and methamphetamine) have essentially the same chemical properties and their actions are so alike that even experienced users may not feel a difference between them, according to a 2005 report by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). > > SOURCE: Drug Enforcement Administration, US Department of Justice. “Amphetamines,†Drugs of Abuse Publication. National Drug Intelligence Center, 2005 ed. www.usdoj.gov/dea/pubs/abuse. > > Adderall XR Side Effects and Warnings > Updated December 1, 2009 > Schedule II Substance > Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine Composite > > Brand Names: ADDERALL and ADDERALL XR > Generic Name: AMPHETAMINE MIXED SALTS > Category: RESPIRATORY AND CEREBRAL STIMULANTS > > FDA “Black Box†Warning Label > The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires the following “black box†warning on all amphetamines, including Adderall and Adderall XR, which means that medical studies indicate these drugs carry a significant risk of serious, or even life-threatening, adverse effects. > > WARNING > AMPHETAMINES HAVE A HIGH POTENTIAL FOR ABUSE. ADMINISTRATION OF AMPHETAMINES FOR PROLONGED PERIODS OF TIME MAY LEAD TO DRUG DEPENDENCE AND MUST BE AVOIDED. PARTICULAR ATTENTION SHOULD BE PAID TO THE POSSIBILITY OF SUBJECTS OBTAINING AMPHETAMINES FOR NONTHERAPEUTIC USE OR DISTRIBUTION TO OTHERS, AND THE DRUGS SHOULD BE PRESCRIBED OR DISPENSED SPARINGLY. > MISUSE OF AMPHETAMINE MAY CAUSE SUDDEN DEATH AND SERIOUS CARDIOVASCULAR ADVERSE EVENTS. > > ABOVE: FDA black box warning label means that medical studies indicate the drug carries a significant risk of serious or even life-threatening adverse effects. > Description > Adderall and Adderall XR are powerful blends of four amphetamines that includes Dexedrine and Benzedrine. Each contains: > > > EACH ADDERALL TABLET CONTAINS: > 5 mg > 7.5mg > 10 mg > 15 mg > 20 mg > 30 mg > > Amphetamine Aspartate > 1.25 mg > 1.875 mg > 2.5 mg > 3.75 mg > 5.0 mg > 7.5 mg > > Dextroamphetamine Sulfate USP > 1.25 mg > 1.875 mg > 2.5 mg > 3.75 mg > 5.0 mg > 7.5 mg > > Amphetamine Sulfate USP > 1.25 mg > 1.875 mg > 2.5 mg > 3.75 mg > 5.0 mg > 7.5 mg > > Dextroamphetamine Saccharate > 1.25 mg > 1.875 mg > 2.5 mg > 3.75 mg > 5.0 mg > 7.5 mg > > TOTAL AMPHETAMINES > 3.1 mg > 4.7 mg > 6.3 mg > 9.4 mg > 12.6mg > 18.8 mg > > > > EACH ADDERALL XR CAPSULE CONTAINS: > 5 mg > 10 mg > 15 mg > 20 mg > 25 mg > 30 mg > > Amphetamine Aspartate > 1.25 mg > 2.5 mg > 3.75 mg > 5.0 mg > 6.25 mg > 7.5 mg > > Dextroamphetamine Sulfate USP > 1.25 mg > 2.5 mg > 3.75 mg > 5.0 mg > 6.25 mg > 7.5 mg > > Amphetamine Sulfate USP > 1.25 mg > 2.5 mg > 3.75 mg > 5.0 mg > 6.25 mg > 7.5 mg > > Dextroamphetamine Saccharate > 1.25 mg > 2.5 mg > 3.75 mg > 5.0 mg > 6.25 mg > 7.5 mg > > TOTAL AMPHETAMINES > 3.1 mg > 6.3 mg > 9.4 mg > 12.5 mg > 15.6 mg > 18.8 mg > > > Used For > > Attention deficit disorder > Narcolepsy > Depression > Obesity > > How Amphetamines Work > When we are stressed or under threat, the central nervous system prepares us for physical action by creating particular physiological changes. Amphetamines prompt the brain to initiate this ‘fight or flight’ response. These changes include: > > The release of adrenalin and other stress hormones > Increased heart rate and blood pressure > Redirected blood flow into the muscles and away from the gut > > In small doses amphetamines can banish tiredness and make the user feel alert and refreshed. However, the burst of energy comes at a price. A " speed crash " always follows the high and may leave the person feeling nauseous, irritable, depressed and extremely exhausted. > Do Not Use If > You have not tried other psychotherapy, have high blood pressure or any form of heart disease, are very nervous or have severe insomnia, have a history of addiction to drugs or alcohol, or have Tourette syndrome. Do not combine with monoamine oxidase inhibitors. > Common Side Effects > > Dry Mouth > Loss of appetite > Headache > Difficulty falling asleep (insomnia) > Nervousness including agitation, anxiety and irritability > Addiction > > Less Common Side Effects > > High blood pressure > Rapid pulse rate > Tolerance (constant need to raise the dose) > Feelings of suspicion and paranoia > Visual hallucinations (seeing things that are not there) > Depression > Cocaine craving > Dermatoses (infected or diseased skin) > Urinary tract infection > Infection or viral infection > Elevated ALT enzyme levels in the blood (signaling liver damage) > > Overdose Side Effects > Amphetamines have been extensively abused. Extreme psychological dependence and severe social disability have resulted. Abuse of amphetamines may cause a sudden heart attack even in those with no signs of heart disease. Symptoms of overdose that require immediate medical assistance include: > > Restlessness > Tremor > Aggression > Hallucinations > Panic states > Hyperreflexia (overactive reflexes, which can include twitching or spasms) > Personality changes > Symptoms of depression > Seizures or abnormal EEGs > High blood pressure > Rapid heart beat > Swelling of hands/feet/ankles (for example, numbing of the fingertips) > Delusions > Sweating > Vomiting > Dehydration > Unexplained muscle pain > Lower abdominal pain > Rhabdomyolysis and kidney damage > Chronic abuse can manifest itself as psychosis, often indistinguishable from schizophrenia > > Amphetamine-Induced Anxiety Disorder > The onset of amphetamine-induced anxiety disorder can occur during amphetamine use or withdrawal, according to best-selling psychiatry text, Kaplan and Sadock's Synopsis of Psychiatry citing American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. > " Amphetamine, as with cocaine, can induce symptoms similar to those seen in obsessive disorder, panic disorder, and phobic disorders, " states Synopsis of Psychiatry. > Adderall-Induced Psychosis > Induction of schizophrenic-like states in children on prescribed doses of stimulant medications, including Adderall, have been observed, though not as well documented as with amphetamine abusers, according to The Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine in an article entitled, " Adderall-Induced Psychosis in an Adolescent. " > Amphetamine-Induced Sexual Dysfunction > Referring again to American Psychiatric Association's Manual of Mental Disorders, Synopsis of Psychiatry states: " High doses and long-term use of amphetamines are associated with erectile disorder and other sexual dysfunctions. " > > Adderall and Adderall XR are Schedule II Substances, which means that Adderall and Adderall XR have a " high potential for abuse " that " may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence, " and the federal government sets limits on the amount of these amphetamine drugs that may be manufactured each year. > > ABOVE: 21 USC Sec. 812 01/22/02. Drug Enforcement Administration, US Department of Justice. www.dea.gov/pubs/csa/812.htm. > Dependence, Tolerance and Withdrawal > It is possible to build up a tolerance to amphetamines, which means the person using the drug needs to take larger doses to achieve the same effect. Over time, the body might come to depend on amphetamines just to function normally. The person craves the drug and their psychological dependence makes them panic if access is denied, even temporarily. > Withdrawal symptoms can include tiredness, panic attacks, crankiness, extreme hunger, depression and nightmares. Some people experience a pattern of " binge crash " characterized by using continuously for several days without sleep, followed by a period of heavy sleeping. > If It Doesn't Work > The drug should be stopped gradually. Withdrawal symptoms are psychological and stopping suddenly can cause extreme fatigue and severe, even suicidal, depression in adult patients. > > Abrupt cessation of Adderall and Adderall XR can cause extreme fatigue and severe, even suicidal, depression in adult patients. > > SOURCE: The Essential Guide to Psychiatric Drugs†" Rev. and updated (2007). > If It Does Work > " In the treatment of ADHD for children and young adults, Adderall XR is now prescribed frequently, often as a first-line drug. This is, in my opinion, a very serious mistake, " states Jack M. Gorman, M.D., professor of psychiatry at Columbia University and deputy director of the New York State Psychiatric Institute. " Adderall is now abused throughout college campuses, where it is bought, sold, stolen, borrowed, snorted and injected. It is a very powerful drug that undoubtedly works for ADHD, but there are alternatives with less abuse potential that should be tried first. " > > > > > > ADDERALL > > > > > > > > Hi Girls...recap...had implants 11/3 had removed 9/6 (I'm 50 )....still have some symptoms...but the fogginess and not retaining things is getting to me..I just got a promotion and I'm in a 6 months training class.....my doctor has suggested a low dose of Adderall....has anyone taken this and if so what's your input ? My daughter 32 takes and it works great for her. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 10, 2010 Report Share Posted February 10, 2010 The one time I took the adderall it was an adderall xr 20 mg capsule.Sent from my iPhoneOn Feb 9, 2010, at 4:44 PM, <karen4359@...> wrote: How many mgs did you take ? Hi Girls...recap. ..had implants 11/3 had removed 9/6 (I'm 50 )....still have some symptoms...but the fogginess and not retaining things is getting to me..I just got a promotion and I'm in a 6 months training class.....my doctor has suggested a low dose of Adderall.... has anyone taken this and if so what's your input ? My daughter 32 takes and it works great for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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