Since 1996, 50 million prescriptions have been written for ADDERALL® and ADDERALL XR†
- Over 2.0 million patients were prescribed ADDERALL XR in 2005
- ADDERALL XR has been evaluated for safety in over 20 clinical studies (including pediatric, adolescent, or adult)3
What are the potential side effects of ADDERALL XR?
As with any medication, it's important
to know the potential side effects of ADDERALL XR. It's also
essential to understand other safety information, including
who should not take the medication and why.
ADDERALL XR was generally well tolerated in clinical studies.3,5,6 The most common side effects in studies included: children—decreased appetite, difficulty falling asleep, stomachache, and emotional lability; adolescents—loss of appetite, difficulty falling asleep, stomachache, and weight loss; adults—dry mouth, loss of appetite, difficulty falling asleep, headache, and weight loss. Side effects may diminish over time after beginning treatment.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. For a complete list of side effects, see the Full Prescribing Information. Ask your physician about other ADDERALL XR side effects.
If you are currently taking ADDERALL XR, contact the doctor concerning side effects you may be experiencing.
Is proper use of ADDERALL XR important?
As with any medication, proper use is essential. Medications like ADDERALL XR carry the potential to be used improperly. These medications are controlled substances (regulated by the federal government) and need to be handled in a serious manner. That's why it's important for you to understand appropriate stimulant use.
Who should NOT take ADDERALL XR?
ADDERALL XR should not be taken by
patients who:
- Have cardiovascular disease, such as disorders of the heart and blood vessels, including high blood pressure
- Have structural cardiac abnormalities
- Are allergic to amphetamine or to any of the other ingredients in ADDERALL XR
- Have glaucoma (an eye disease) or hyperthyroidism
- Have significant anxiety or agitation
- Have a history of psychosis, hallucinations, or drug abuse
- Are taking an MAO inhibitor or have taken one within the past
14 days
Talk to your physician if any of these conditions apply to you.
What should I discuss with my physician?
Tell your physician about all the medicines that you are taking or intend to take while taking ADDERALL XR, including herbal and over-the-counter medicinal products. Your physician should decide whether you can take ADDERALL XR with other medicines.
Tell your physician about:
- Other medications that have been prescribed for you
- Medicines that you buy without a prescription, such as those used for colds, allergies, or a stuffy nose
- Any herbal medications
You should not take ADDERALL XR while taking a prescription monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor, or have taken one within the last 14 days. If you do not know if your prescription contains an MAO inhibitor, ask your physician or pharmacist before taking
ADDERALL XR.
