Dextroamphetamine and Amphetamine Extended-Release Capsules (Adderall XR)

Dextroamphetamine and Amphetamine Extended-Release Capsules (Adderall XR)

Medically reviewed by XanaxStore.Blue. Last updated on Mar 29, 2023.

Warning

This medicine has a risk of abuse and misuse. Use this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules) only as you were told by your doctor. Tell your doctor if you have ever abused or been addicted to any drugs or alcohol.

Uses of Dextroamphetamine and Amphetamine Extended-Release Capsules

This medicine is used to treat attention deficit problems with hyperactivity. It may also be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Dextroamphetamine and Amphetamine Extended-Release Capsules?

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have an allergy to dextroamphetamine, amphetamine, or any other part of this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules). Also tell your doctor if you have any of the following conditions: blood vessel disease, high blood pressure, heart structure problems or other heart problems, Tourette’s syndrome or tics, glaucoma, agitation, anxiety, or overactive thyroid; a history of drug abuse or stroke; kidney disease; taking acetazolamide; taking sodium bicarbonate; taking certain drugs for depression or Parkinson’s disease in the last 14 days; taking linezolid or methylene blue; if you are breastfeeding; or if you are taking any other drugs, foods, or substances.

This is not a complete list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules). Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Dextroamphetamine and Amphetamine Extended-Release Capsules?

Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert until you see how this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules) affects you. If you have been taking this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules) for a long time or at high doses, it may not work as well and you may need higher doses to get the same effect. This is known as tolerance. Call your doctor if this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules) stops working well. Do not take more than ordered. This medicine may be habit-forming with long-term use. If you have been taking this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules) for many weeks, talk with your doctor before stopping. You may want to slowly stop this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules). You may need to have some heart tests before starting this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules). If you have questions, talk with your doctor. This medicine may cause high blood pressure. Check blood pressure and heart rate as the doctor has told you. Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor. This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules). Do not take antacids with this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules). Talk with your doctor before using OTC products that may raise blood pressure. These include cough or cold drugs, diet pills, stimulants, ibuprofen or like products, and some natural products or aids. New or worse behavior and mood changes like change in thinking, anger, and hallucinations have happened with this medicine (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine extended-release capsules). Tell your doctor if you or a family member have any mental or mood problems like depression or bipolar illness, or if a family member has committed suicide. Call your doctor right away if you have hallucinations; change in the way