Dexedrine Alternatives Compared
Dexedrine | Strattera | Adderall |
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Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) | Strattera (atomoxetine) | Adderall (amphetamine / dextroamphetamine) |
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Prescription only
Prescribed for ADHD, Narcolepsy. Dexedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescription only
Strattera is a medication used for the treatment of ADHD. It is not a controlled substance and appears to have no abuse potential or discontinuation syndrome on withdrawal. Prescribed for ADHD... View more |
Prescription only
Adderall is a combination of four different amphetamine salts and may be used to improve attention, focus, or reduce impulsive behaviors in children over the age of 3 and adults with ADHD. It can... View more |
Related suggestions ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
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More about Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) | More about Strattera (atomoxetine) | More about Adderall (amphetamine / dextroamphetamine) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Ratings & Reviews | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dexedrine has an average rating of 8.6 out of 10 from a total of 119 ratings on Drugs.com. 84% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 6% reported a negative effect. |
Strattera has an average rating of 5.2 out of 10 from a total of 521 ratings on Drugs.com. 37% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 41% reported a negative effect. |
Adderall has an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from a total of 487 ratings on Drugs.com. 65% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 17% reported a negative effect. |
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See also: Dexedrine side effects in more detail. |
See also: Strattera side effects in more detail. |
See also: Adderall side effects in more detail. |
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Other dextroamphetamine brands include: ProCentra, Xelstrym, Zenzedi |
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Other amphetamine / dextroamphetamine brands include: Adderall XR, Mydayis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Half Life The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
34 hours |
40 hours |
34 hours |
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CSA Schedule ** View glossary of terms | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
High potential for abuse
Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
High potential for abuse
Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. |
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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Drug Interactions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
A total of 171 drugs are known to interact with Dexedrine:
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A total of 335 drugs are known to interact with Strattera:
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A total of 201 drugs are known to interact with Adderall:
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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First Approval Date | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
February 26, 1976 |
November 26, 2002 |
January 19, 1960 |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
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