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It depends on what you mean by "better".
They're both the same strength; +/- up to 20% in the active ingredients depending on which state you live in. Ask your local pharmacist if you live in the United States what your state laws regarding generics vs. name brand differences are in your state.
It also depends on the person. Age, weight, tolerance, general health, any previous mental or physical condition, and the actual reason for use play a factor in why some MDs Rx the IR (instant release) version instead of the XR (controlled release).
There are only minor differences between XR (extended release) and IR (instant release). The main one being that in the XR version, 1/2 of the tablets active ingredients will be released immediately and the other half will be released over time (4 hours later to be specific) via time-released technology in bead form using the Mictrotrol delivery system. 1 Maximum blood plasma concentration of the active ingredients with the XR version is typically achieved at 7 hours, while the IR version's plasma concentration is achieved at approximately 4 hours. (This, like all medications, is not standard, and depends on the person. I.e., all medications and their side-effects/plasma concentration true half-lives and a plethora of other factors are on a case by case basis per person).
Age-wise, an MD would be more likely to Rx children the XR version for a few reasons: Children metabolize Adderall faster 2, so they won't need to go to the nurse's office at school mid-day. (This could create stigma.) Children are also less likely to suffer from insomnia caused by the XR version's longer half-life than adults would.
At the moment, Adderall (in either version) is only legal in the United States. Canada made Adderall a schedule I drug/medication, which means it can be used for research purposes only/not prescribed. Adderall IR is only approved for narcolepsy and ADHD, while Adderall XR is not approved for narcolepsy . This does not mean that MDs cannot prescribe either/or for off-label reasons (treatment resistant depression; sleep cycle disorders), or to negate side effects on a case by case basis. For example, a 12 year old child could easily suffer from insomnia, so the IR version might be given instead of the XR version. Some adult patients with ADHD feel that there is more of a "crash/comedown" with the IR version, so they might try the XR version instead, whereas the majority of people with narcolepsy would not notice this crash/come down side effect with the IR version of Adderall.
Regarding your specific question, 30 mgs of Adderall is not such a low dose in either IR or XR version, considering that the suggested prescribing guidelines regarding dose is 20-40 mgs in adults with ADHD, and 20-60 in adults with Narcolepsy. Those are also not typical starting/beginner dosages.
If you ask this question out of recreational- use behaviors and curiosity, it is advised to let it be known that Adderall is a Schedule II medication in the United States for a reason. Adderall is made up of 4 stimulating "salts" in equal ratio (racemic amphetamine aspartate monohydrate, racemic amphetamine sulfate, dextroamphetaminesaccharide, and dextroamphetamine sulfate). A patient who has ADHD and/or Narcolepsy is unlikely to benefit from any "high" with this medication so they would clearly be at less of a risk for abuse, over-use and dependence than recreational users. Therefor, it has met the FDA's guidelines for being a Schedule II medication, and as such, should be used with precaution and under a medical doctor's supervision:
- The drug or other substances have a high potential for abuse
- The drug or other substances have currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States, or currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions
- Abuse of the drug or other substances may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence 3
1 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time_release_technology and http://diyhpl.us/~bryan/papers2/adderall.txt
2 http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2007/021303s015lbl.pdf
3 http://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/schedules/index.html
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∙ 15y agoyes it does, im perscribed to it i only have 20mg. it is a orange pill and it is labeled ADDERAL XR on top and 20mg on the bottom.
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Why does it only say adderall xr on the pill?
That's all that's in the capsule.
Adderall should say the dosage and the name on the pill some pills have the dosage and some say adderall is it the correct pill?
It's been awhile since I've seen some of them, but I believe most say Adderall then whatever mg they are. I know the 25mg says that, it's like half white have orange. The 30mg is like half orange half clear with little beads inside. Then the 10 or the 20 is pure orange I believe.
Maximum dose of Viagra?
It should say on the box or pill bottle.
Can you take toradol with adderall?
There are no known interactions between Toradol (Ketorolac) and Adderall (amphetamine/Dexter amphetamine). This is not to say some sort of interaction can't occur. As both are prescription only drugs, your pharmacist will have notified you of this.
How do you say Adderall in spanish?
addreall
If urine is positive for Adderall will it read Adderall?
Yes. It will say it in its generic form "Amphetamine salts"
Will extenze interact with Adderall?
There is still little known about the interactions of ExtenZe but I have found through research that it is designed to be taken like a multivitamin. Makers of this pill say it is all natural and targets the hormones of the sex glands. If this is true, I see no reason why it would interact with Adderall.
Should a child take adderall and melatonin at the same time?
Of course not! That would be like speed balling your child i know no doctor in there right mind would say "It's fine to take adderall and melatonin at the same time"
When was Adderall introduced onto the market?
The actual brand of amphetamines, Adderall was released in 1996, and XR in 2001.
What are the side effect of using pills?
It depends on the type of pill you are taking, if you look on the packet/container in which the pill was originally handed to you in then it should say on the side what it's side effects are... if not then you can research the name of the pill on the internet and find out that way.
Can you take Adderall XR and Exffor together?
You shouldn't need to take both, as Venlafaxine(Effexor) has some stimulatory effects. If you are taking the Effexor for depression or anxiety I would not recommend taking it with Adderall. Adderall has the potential to cause feelings of anxiety, because your brain works overtime, and this can be difficult for some people. Also if you were to stop taking the Adderall (if you did start using it or if you already are) there is a potential for you to feel depressed, this could also happen if your body gets used to the Adderall and needs a higher dosage. So keep that in mind. But, if you talk with your doctor about the risks and benefits of using both of these drugs together, then perhaps you should follows their orders. I would also like to add that Strattera is a non-stimulant medication used for ADHD and has been shown to decrease depression in some patients.
What are Adderall pills?
Adderall is a central nervous stimulant which affects chemicals in the brain that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Adderall is most commonly used to treat ADHD, and also narcolepsy. Adderall is a brand-name for amphetamine. Amphetamine is a controlled substance in most countries and is only dispensed under the authorization of a doctor. Amphetamine works by increasing two chemicals in the brain: dopamine and norepinephrine. Both chemicals play a role in focus and attention, and by raising these levels amphetamine is able to help a person concentrate and sit still for longer periods of time. Adderall comes in two formulations: Adderall (Immediate release) and Adderall XR (Extended release). Adderall comes in doses of 5, 7.5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, and 30 mg. Adderall XR is available in 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 mg doses. See related questions for information on side effects, what to avoid, and drug interactions. To put in shortly, Adderall is a combination of 4 amphetamine salts in a 3:1 ratio. Now do your own research...
