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I have always prefered IR to XR, because I believe that IR works alot longer than 3-5 hours or whatever. And XR can build you up at the beginning and make you feel as though it's worn off which leads people to take more and that's always a problem. IR I believe kicks in and doesn't wear off for 8+ hours and doesn't really make you feel bad 2 hours after taking it.
Not so much it's better, it depends on what you need to accomplish. A IR is best for doing alot within 4 hours, while XR's last around 8-10hours but felt less than it's IR counterpart.
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What lasts longer Generic Adderall or Adderall XR?
Adderall XR lasts longer. The XR stands for extended release and lasts around 8-12 depending on the consumer, mg, & tolerance. Generic Adderall which is actually Adderall IR (Instant Release) only lasts for a few hours (about 4 depending on the mgs) because Adderall XR is made from 2 different "beads" which one type releases automatically n the other type releases in about 4 hours so in the end Adderall xr lasts about 8 - 12 hours. When you pay for the Adderall XR you are paying for the extended release feature. SO Adderall XR lasts longer than Adderall IR.
Can adderall xr change the color of your urine?
Everytime i take adderall xr or ir it makes me urine orange or bright yellow....and it's not like that otherwise so yes i would say so...:)
Does Adderall come in tablet form or capsule?
No. The XR stands for extended release. Extended release medications work because it takes the acid in your stomach longer to digest part of the medicine in the capsule. It isn't possible to create a tablet that does the same thing.
What dose of adderall would produce the same effects as 20 mg per day of Vyvanse?
Adderall XR comes in multiple dosage forms, and usually these are easily transcribed to IR or visa versa. However, 20 mg. of IR 3x daily does not have an equivalent XR dosage for the triple daily dose. The manufacturer offers Adderall XR 30 mg. capsules, which would mean you would take the full 60 mg dose (2 capsules) all in the morning. It would end up being equivalent to taking two 30mg dosages of IR, rather than 3x 20 mgs daily. If you feel that the 3x 20 mg. daily dosing of IR is too important, you might want to just stay on that version. You can always talk to your doc and see whats available.
What does the pill Adderall look like?
There are many possible answers depending on what you are reffering to as "the pill." Generic amphetamine compounds equivilent to the immediate release (IR) formula of Adderall are available as tablets. The generic tablets are manufactured by a number of pharmaceutical companies and therefore all look different. Immediate release Adderall itself (brand name, distributed by Shire) comes in 7 strengths, so whichever one you mean by "the pill" would look like the following: 5mg IR- Either white or blue round tablets with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "5" on the other 7.5mg IR- Scored, blue, oblong tablet with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "7.5" on the other 10mg IR- Scored, blue, round tablet with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "10" on the other 12.5mgIR - Scored, orange, round tablet with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "12.5" on the other 15mg IR- Scored, orange, oblong tablet with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "15" on the other 20mg IR- Scored, orange, round tablet with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "20" on the other 30mg IR- Scored, orange, round tablet with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "30" on the other If by "the pill" you were referring to the extended release (XR) capsules, they are currently only available from 1 company (Shire). The XR capsules are available in 6 different strengths, which look like the following: 5mg XR- Blue with clear capsule with "ADDERALL XR" and "5mg" imprinted on it 10mg XR- Blue with transluscent blue capsule with "ADDERALL XR" and "10mg" imprinted on it 15mg XR- White with transluscent blue capsule with "ADDERALL XR" and "15mg" imprinted on it 20mg XR- Orange with orange capsule with "ADDERALL XR" and "20mg" imprinted on it 25mg XR- White with orange capsule with "ADDERALL XR" and "25mg" imprinted on it 30mg XR- Orange with clear capsule with "ADDERALL XR" and "30mg" imprinted on it
What does Adderall look like?
5 mg of Adderall is blue 10mg is also blue 15 mg, 20 mg , and 30 mg is orange Generic amphetamine compounds equivilent to the immediate release (IR) formula of Adderall are available as tablets. The generic tablets are manufactured by a number of pharmaceutical companies and therefore all look different. Immediate release Adderall itself (brand name, distributed by Shire) comes in 7 strengths, so whichever one you're attempting to find would look like the following: 5mg IR- Either white or blue round tablets with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "5" on the other 7.5mg IR- Scored, blue, oblong tablet with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "7.5" on the other 10mg IR- Scored, blue, round tablet with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "10" on the other 12.5mgIR - Scored, orange, round tablet with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "12.5" on the other 15mg IR- Scored, orange, oblong tablet with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "15" on the other 20mg IR- Scored, orange, round tablet with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "20" on the other 30mg IR- Scored, orange, round tablet with "AD" imprinted on 1 side and "30" on the other. If you were referring to the extended release (XR) capsules, they are currently only available from 1 company (Shire). The XR capsules are available in 6 different strengths, which look like the following: 5mg XR- Blue with clear capsule with "ADDERALL XR" and "5mg" imprinted on it 10mg XR- Blue with transluscent blue capsule with "ADDERALL XR" and "10mg" imprinted on it 15mg XR- White with transluscent blue capsule with "ADDERALL XR" and "15mg" imprinted on it 20mg XR- Orange with orange capsule with "ADDERALL XR" and "20mg" imprinted on it 25mg XR- White with orange capsule with "ADDERALL XR" and "25mg" imprinted on it 30mg XR- Orange with clear capsule with "ADDERALL XR" and "30mg" imprinted on it
Having had a substance abuse problem for years your Dr wont prescribe more than 30mg a day off Adderall XR It works great for you for about 5 hours then crash Tired listless and grumpy What to do?
I've tried Vyvanse (the "new" Adderall XR) and it had the same effect. What seems to work best for me (and my doctor knows of my previous substance abuse problem) is 3 20mg pills of Adderall IR distributed throughout the day. Totaling the max adult dosage of 60mg for IR. If I remember correctly, that is equal to the max dose of 30mg of XR. Yet, this way you can distribute your meds throughout the day, and even take half a dose when its evening time. Yet, doctors usually are aware that Adderall IR is easier to abuse.
Can Omega 3 be taken with Adderall XR?
Yes; there is no known interactions with Adderall XR and Omega 3.
When will the symptons of dry mouth leave after stopping adderall xr?
The symptoms of dry mouth will leave after stopping Adderall XR within a day or two. Adderall XR is something that does not stay in your system.
What does Adderall XR 120 mg look like?
The highest dosage Adderall XR comes in is 30 mg.
Is it usually necessary to lower the dose of Adderall XR if you add Wellbutrin into the mix from 30mg XL and 10mg IR in the morning and evening to just 30mg XL?
Adderall and Wellbutrin typically work very well together. I myself took 150mg Wellbutrin XL and 90mg Adderall XR, it worked fine. It's more common to adjust the dose of Adderall, because the body does build up a tolerance.
Does adderall work faster then adderall xr?
Yes because Adderall XR stands for Adderall Extended Release. XR lasts longer though because the tiny beads in the XR capsules have sort of like a plastic cover over them which makes them longer to dissolve in your stomach...Its almost like a capsules in a capsule. Hope this answered your question. -Shrimpo
