Adderall - a stimulant and appetite suppressant

It stimulates the central nervous system by increasing the amount of certain chemicals in the body. This increases heart rate and blood pressure and decreases appetite, among other effects.

Sunday, June 25, 2006

Are There Any Interactions of Adderall With Drugs or Foods?

# Adderall may interact with other medicines. These interactions can cause serious side effects. Tell your healthcare professional about all medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements you take, especially:

* Those used to treat depression, known as tricyclic antidepressants and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)
* Antacids
* Those used to treat urinary problems
* Diuretics
* Propoxyphene (Darvon, Darvocet), a pain medicine

Adderall Side effects

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, tell your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you or your child to continue taking Adderall.

* Side effects may include:
Accidental injury, changes in sex drive, constipation, depression, diarrhea, dizziness, dry mouth, emotional instability, exaggerated feelings of well-being, fatigue, fever, headache, high blood pressure, hives, impotence, indigestion, infections, insomnia, loss of appetite, mental disturbances, nausea, nervousness, overstimulation, rapid or pounding heartbeat, restlessness, stomach and intestinal disturbances, tremor, twitches, unpleasant taste, vomiting, weakened heart, weight loss, worsening of tics (including Tourette's syndrome)