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Compare AMPHETAMINE EXTENDED-RELEASE (Amphetamine Extended-Release) and DEXTROAMPHETAMINE SACCHARATE (DEXTROAMPHETAMINE SACCHARATE) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
Amphetamine Extended-Release · CNS Stimulant
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Amphetamines are non-catecholamine sympathomimetic amines with CNS stimulant activity. The mode of therapeutic action in ADHD is not known. Amphetamines ar...
Approved for
DEXTROAMPHETAMINE SACCHARATE · CNS Stimulant
How it works
Pharmacodynamics Amphetamines are non-catecholamine sympathomimetic amines with CNS stimulant activity. The mode of therapeutic action in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (...
Approved for
Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 21 Reddit discussions
AMPHETAMINE EXTENDED-RELEASE
36%
positive
14 threads
DEXTROAMPHETAMINE SACCHARATE
29%
positive
7 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
14 Reddit threads analysed for AMPHETAMINE EXTENDED-RELEASE
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
1
Avg Post Score
38 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
Threads directly comparing AMPHETAMINE EXTENDED-RELEASE to other medications
Hi, please give me insight on how to properly talk to my doctor about my pain, and what are potential issues I could suggest! * 25F * sedentary lifestyle * poor diet * regular sleep patterns * Diagnoses/recurring complaints: - Fibromyalgia - ME/CFS - Carpal tunnel syndrome - "chronic" (often reoccur
Got this from Mckesson when I ordered generic Adderall XR, but system says it isn't the same GPI as my normal generic. WTF is it, then?
All of these are expired prescription savings cards prescription guides for brand name meds. She worked with neurodivergent children and got her license revoked recently. I'm a pharmacy tech and I just about lost my mind when I pulled all of this out
Since you guys enjoyed my post on the many oral dosage forms of [diltiazem](https://redd.it/775j4x), I figured I'd finish this up (had most of it typed up a while ago because I was curious) and polish it before posting. **Immediate Release** Name|Brand|Dosage (mg)|t(max) (h)|t(1/2) (h) :--|:--|:--
I had long thought that Desoxyn Gradument (dextromethamphetamine extended release) was discontinued ages ago. Then one day as I was browsing, I noticed a study published in **2012** that mentioned the following: > After at least a 2-week washout period, subjects received four sustained-release 10
So I've been on ADHD medications for 3 years now, and for the longest time I was taking 40-60mg of name brand Adderall XR. Due to another illness I was diagnosed with in the past year, my primary physician wanted me to try instant release instead of extended. For some reason, my insurance covers nam
# USA 17yr Male 5'11" 160lbs no known preexisting physical health problems **Make sure to look at notes at bottom** ​ * **I don't drink, smoke, or use illicit drugs currently\* or abuse pharmaceutical drugs** \* Past use of LSD and Marijuana, has be
Hello! first time poster I apologize if I miss anything. Female, 40, 5’4”, 250 lbs, PCOS (high triglycerides, medicated for high cholesterol, medicated for hypothyroidism, blood sugar and AIC are normal so far but have been diagnosed with insulin resistance) I take levoxyl, a statin, the birth contr
Basic Health Info 21M 140lbs CT Scan: https://www.dicomlibrary.com?study=1.3.6.1.4.1.44316.6.102.1.2025080314548862.407251387338188510984 Primary Compliant: Hard time breathing especially when doing cardio. Chest tightness during exhalation when sittting straight or standing. Body gets cold and swea
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
7 Reddit threads analysed for DEXTROAMPHETAMINE SACCHARATE
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
1,057 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
So this happened a couple years ago. I was working grave shifts at the time. So I kept my ADHD pills on my night stand because it helped me not forget. This was never really an issue for the dogs as the dogs never came to my room as it was blocked off normally. My medication is DextroAmphetamine 20m
There have been some comments about [the death of Elisa Lam](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Elisa_Lam) recently, so I thought I would write up the extensive research I have done on this case. This "mystery" is resolved – the official conclusion that she had a manic episode and accidentally d
It's my fifth year at what was supposed to be just 2 years of community college. I am on dextroamphetamine 25 mg and amphetamine salts 10 mg. I have been in therapy for over a decade. I took only 2 classes this semester. And yet I still failed. I know I'm not unintelligent. It's because I literally
Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/Wellthatsucks/comments/1m6b1uw/just_found_out_my_bf_of_9_years_has_been/ **HIGHLIGHTS** [He literally just got you off of meth and you’re crying, Reddit is unbelievable man](https://www.reddit.com/r/Wellthatsucks/comments/1m6b1uw/just_found_out_my_bf_of_9_years_has_b
Earlier this week, I wrote a post asking about whether certain symptoms I was experiencing were a side effect. Ironically, I had also just written a post a day before that in regard to missing my Dr"s appointment for the issues mentioned above. Luckily, I received an appointment the next day; unfor
This post isn’t to be negative, but to offer an alternative experience for those with ADHD. I’ve tried Adderall, Vyvanse, Concerta, Ritalin, Dextroamphetamine, Intuniv, Clonodine, and Stratterra. Each one of them eventually takes a massive toll on my body. Sleeping sucks, eating sucks, focus fee
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
Both AMPHETAMINE EXTENDED-RELEASE and DEXTROAMPHETAMINE SACCHARATE belong to the CNS Stimulant class. While they share a similar mechanism of action, differences in pharmacokinetics, dosing, and side effect profiles may make one more suitable than the other for individual patients.
AMPHETAMINE EXTENDED-RELEASE carries 4 FDA warnings. DEXTROAMPHETAMINE SACCHARATE carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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