First Prescription for Adderall, first few days it kicked in in a hour and lasted an hour after it kicked it in. Now, it usually kicks in 10- 45 minutes, but still usually lasts an hour( Trust me I know exactly when it works and when it wears off). When I go to my doctor he will most likely increase the dose, but would 20 mg make a difference in lasting 6 hours like it should? I'm afraid since I have a high metabolism it would only last like 2 or 3 hours. I'm pretty sure my doctor would allow to have 60 tablets instead of 30 so that would help to. Mainly just wondering because some people told me a higher dose wouldn't really make a difference in lasting longer. Also side effect wise it does make me a little calm where I would rather not talk but will if I have to, a bit less creative, very mild nausea for a little bit while I'm on it, but I still think that the good effects are worth those mild side effects.
Adderall XR 10 mg only lasts one hour, would 20 mg really make a difference in lasting longer?
Question posted by Adamrocks2468 on 19 Jan 2019
Last updated on 30 December 2023 by Live to learn
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First check the manufacturer. This can change frequently. Your most recent prescription may have a different manufacturer. Ask your pharmacy if you are unsure. You could try name brand. Your dr would need to contact your insurance to get it covered. You should discuss your medication with your dr bc of your side effects and the ER not lasting. Have you tried other adhd medications? Or regular release instead of ER? I tried Adderall and it didn’t work for me. I use ritalin and it works well for me. It’s available in ER.
Hi Adamrocks2468!
I don't have any experience with the XR version of Adderall. I will, however, tell you I take 20mg of regular Adderall twice daily and the alchemy so-to-speak works just fine. Bottom line is always speak to your doctor--and make certain he or she is listening to what you're saying as opposed to hearing sound bytes emerging from your vocal chords. Yeah... I know... ha ha, only there is a truth buried in the comedy, and it's this: a good physician who actually listens to what is being said by a patient is a physician to hang onto. Many doctors simply run a revolving door operation--in you come/write a 'scrip/out you go.
Best of luck and do keep us posted! marzboy777
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