Dextroamphetamine User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• lbee
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 16, 2021

Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) for ADHD "I have tried all the ADHD medications for my ADD including Vyvanse, Adderall XR, Adderall, Concerta, and Focalin. Dexedrine 15 mg has been the way to go for me!! Not to strong like the others, and helps me get my work done. Great medication was on Adderall XR 30 and felt like I couldn’t breathe definitely don’t recommend the others as they were to strong and quite costly as there were no generics available. Definitely recommend Dexedrine 15mg!"

• Wibblet
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 16, 2016

Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) for ADHD "Hands down the worst medication I've ever tried. My Psychiatrist suggested trying a newer ADHD drug but I was enamored by some of the reviews I read on here so I persuaded him to prescribe me Dexedrine. Well what a big mistake. I was given 10mg of Dexedrine and after two weeks of it working it completely backfired. It completely ruined my cognitive abilities. I couldn't do simple math, my depth perception was off, and my time perception was off as well. I was constantly late to appointments, I had to write down everything on the calendar on my phone otherwise I will forget or think I have more time than I actually had. I would be careful with this medication. It might work for you though."

• Palmer
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 18, 2021

For ADHD "I started dextroamphetamine a week ago and the dose is really wide open, anything from 10 MG to 30mg or even 40gm per day. So it feels nice in the morning, I start "coming down" in the afternoon and that is when I overdrive into the 30mg-40 territory. Now I cannot keep this up, it's too much and I need a benzo everyday to calm my nerves. My question to you guys is, is there a settling period (as there are with so many Anx/Dep meds) where our body gets used to the feeling and there is some relief? A sweet spot? At the moment I am all getting high and coming down, every day. Not good.... Any insight would be great"

• LACJW
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 6, 2023

Zenzedi (dextroamphetamine) for ADHD "When it first came on the market, I tried it and it was great. Way better than Adderall. Super focused. Best ADHD drug I ever tried. Then I lost insurance and couldn't be on it for a while and finally used their coupon program and tried Zenzedi years later and that spark was gone. Same name brand but no longer worked at all and I ultimately had to go back to Adderall."

• ADHDL...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• April 6, 2023

Zenzedi (dextroamphetamine) for ADHD "I take the 30s, and the name brand and generic are the exact same pill from the same production lines as the name brand. I was told by Azure Pharmaceuticals. The difference in cost per pill is 8 dollars vs 7 for the generic. I have had to take the 15s due to the 30s being out of stock and the 15 mg is the exact same pill, there is no difference at all. So I'm not sure why people say they are different. It's the most effective dose for me but requires taking them four times a day due to me being a rapid metabolizer of amphetamine-based stimulants. I was on the original brand name Dexedrine until it was discontinued in 2006 by GlaxoSmithKline. This isn't quite as helpful as Dexedrine 5 mg tabs used to be, but a close second."

• Jwright
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 22, 2016

Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) for ADHD "Was switched from Adderall XR to generic Dexedrine. I got an ineffective brand of Adderall (yes, some brands are better than others). The positive effects were gone and the negative effects were enhanced. My blood pressure was great, around 102-117 systolic and 75-85 diastolic but my pulse was way too high 110-130. For the most part I loved Dexedrine, it worked very well and without the L-Amphetamine in Adderall my pulse rate was good 85-102. My only complaint was that the length of time it worked was inconsistent. Some days it would last 45 min other days it would last 2 hours. After speaking to my psych doc we decided to switch to Vyvanse instead of having to take 3 or 4 Dexedrine pills a day. Other than length of duration this is great."

• Mike...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 14, 2012

Dextrostat (dextroamphetamine) for Sexual Dysfunction, SSRI Induced "I'm currently 36 years of age, male, 6"2 240 lbs. I was diagnosed with anxiety/panic disorder with agoraphobia at 16 by three separate psychiatrists and went through the usual merry-go-round of SSRIs until finding something that worked, which turned out to be Lexapro in the morning and Cymbalta at night, which preserved my sexual function. Lexapro twice a day killed it. These days, I've been suffering with fibromyalgia for 8 years and take Klonopin 2mg twice a day, Flexeril 10mg four times daily, Celebrex 200mg twice daily, Celexa 40mg in the morning, Xanax 2mg when required and Ritalin 20mg twice daily. Between the fibro fatigue and "fog" I felt nearly narcoleptic. Adding Dextrostat 60mg when required has solved the issues perfectly."

• Idont...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 2, 2019

For ADHD "So far 15mg 3 x a day has really improved my focus and impulsivity. I suddenly realize when I'm distracted and actually have a choice to do what I need to over focusing on random things I'm distracted by. I no longer go to the store for one thing and come back with 48 things forgetting the item I went in for, or lose my keys 5x a day. I don't ramble as much or at least am aware of it when I am rambling. On days I don't take it I see a massive difference. I'm so happy I can live a less stressed, more happy existence."

• Anony...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 12, 2021

Zenzedi (dextroamphetamine) for ADHD "This medication has helped me tremendously and Is night and day from generic Adderall in effectiveness for me. My two complaints would be recently in Dec 2021 I've had trouble with my Zenzedi 30 mg getting to the pharmacy due to a backorder. It has interfered with my treatment and didn't realize how effective this medicine was until I went back to generic adderall. It has been a very underwhelming change to say the least and on top of it my doctor wrote the prescription for same mg of generic adderall as I was on for Zenzedi and can say anyone that has experienced this knows they are not near equivelant per mg. Second complaint- I recently was laid off from work and lost my insurance that had me at a $30 copay for my medicine. Well no problem I remember the savings card through Arbor Pharma said cash paying patients pay no more than $75, well how dishonest that was. Cheapest I've been able to pay was using a Goodrx for $230 each fill. Not a pleasant experience paying that much!"

• Grego...
• July 9, 2016

For ADHD "At 53,andtwo weeks ago I was diagnosed with ADHD after my 23 year old son was diagnosed with ADD and questions being brought up about my ADHD behaviours. The last two weeks have been the best and most peaceful of my life. Over so many years I have developed ways to deal with my advanced ADHD but I always felt like I was living on top of life and not within it. Most of my day was pushing against unknown anxieties constant head noise and almost unnatural abilities to work within chaotic events. Probably because my whole being was a chaotic mess. Just 2 weeks and oh the joy of peace but still with energy. Oh the ability to think on one subject at a time without locking into super hyper focus shut out the world mode . Did I say oh the peace "

• Elyse
• March 5, 2022

Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) for ADHD "This medication works really well for helping me feel more focused, and more energized as well. I don't feel sleepy while taking this medication, which is good because part of the reason I started taking it was due to excessive sleepiness that wasn't caused by any other medical problem. The slow-release capsule kept me awake for too long so I didn't sleep so well at night though, so I switched to the short-acting version of this medication and now I can be very alert for about 6 hours from one tablet of the short-acting tablet, and if I need another one I can have one, but I usually don't take two in a day because I don't feel I need more than that. I do find that makes me feel more confident, happy and outgoing. It certainly helps me be more awake and attentive."

• queen...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• November 20, 2021

Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) for Narcolepsy "After diagnosis I was prescribed a few other medications with no success until Dexedrine. At first I was prescribed the slow release tablets however they conflicted with my schedule. I've been on Dexedrine for 25 years & have only increased my dosage once - from 40 mg to 45 mg. I have no doubts correct diagnosis & a good doctor literally saved my life"

• Axisn...
• February 14, 2019

For ADHD "Dextroamphetamine IR (or Zenzedi) is hands down the best ADHD medication I have ever been prescribed. I've been on and off stimulants since middle school (25 years old now) and have tried every medication besides Focalin and Desoxyn. Zenzedi is wonderful because not only does it manage my symptoms much better than Adderall, for example, it also does so with absolute minimal side effects. It doesn't destroy my appetite, it's easier to get to sleep at night, it doesn't make me irritable or agitated and I'm much less jittery and sweaty (as a result of more CNS stimulation and less PNS). I can also achieve the same effect with a lesser amount of medication (2 x 10mg IR vs 1 x 30mg XR and 1 x 10mg IR). Zenzedi is also surprisingly affordable if you can find a local pharmacy that keeps it in stock. It only ran me $90 before my insurance would cover it vs $200 for Adderall at Walgreens, which usually won't even have Zenzedi in stock. 100% recommended."

• Huss
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 16, 2023

Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) for ADHD "I have been on Vyvanse prescribed for over 8 years prior to taking Dexedrine and It does have a plethora of side effects. Vyvanse caused intense anger and anxiety and it made me feel different and just zombied out. Dexedrine to me is the cleaner version of Adderall and Vyvanse. It is not as intense as both of them and just seems a lot better."

• Radic...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 4, 2022

Zenzedi (dextroamphetamine) for ADHD "This was far superior to generic. Gluten-free. No anxiety, no crash, provides me with flexibility with time of dosage. Not quite as effective as the old Dexedrine instant release tablets, but very close. No side effects other than slight dry mouth."

• Prius
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 15, 2021

Zenzedi (dextroamphetamine) for ADHD "It works well, strong enough at 20mg, only lasts as long Adderall. Needs to be redosed later on in the day. I feel that it has more focusing power than Dexedrine spaniels 15, Ritalin ir 20, or adderall ir 20, however I notice some serious clenched jaw and an urge to grind teeth even into the next day while not taking it. It’s strong and effective, however I would also like to mention, the feeling of withdrawal from 1 day of this medication reminds me of the withdrawal of months on adderall. It’s definitely a great medication, and I remember thinking it has fewer side effects and greater consistency than generics. I would also like to add I’ve been diagnosed ADHD since I was 7, and have been on most every ADHD medication and even with record of this my insurance continues to deny covering this medication, even after countless phone calls."

• Bette...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 26, 2019

For Sexual Dysfunction, SSRI Induced "I was worried that 'Dexies' would affect my ability to perform in the sack and whether the benefits they provide in allowing me to focus on work were worth the loss. Pleased to say it's quite the opposite. Almost to a fault; I get urges to get in bed pretty much any time day or night whereas my partner is still the regular old once or twice a week. "

• pipsey
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 3, 2014

For ADHD "Recently diagnosed with adult ADHD. Prescribed dextroamphetamine 3 x per day at 10 mg. Because I suffer extreme anxiety and an active racing mind with various clusters of thoughts going on at any given time I was anxious about taking this medication thinking it would amplify it all. Taking this medicine has helped slow the mind to a point I can pick and choose what I allow myself to think about, I feel so much more in control which is amazing. There is a level of anxiety still but its manageable and not overwhelming like it was before taking dextroamphetamine, I feel like I am the driver of my mind and not the passenger anymore. It has helped to regulate my emotional instability. I am also on 100 mg of Pristiq which seems to compliment the overall effect."

• Cili
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 31, 2018

For ADHD "It's quite effective on helping you focus. It's smooth sailing. As long as I eat something small while on it or a few small meals, I won't get any changes in my mood which I have gotten many times due to not eating. Sometimes though, I'll hyper focus on one task at hand as opposed to everything I have to do throughout the day. I have to say it's one of the best stimulants though. And have not gotten any side effects when I didn't take it for a few days."

• D-Well
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 23, 2020

Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) for ADHD "Been taking the 10 mg spansule Dexedrine for 2 weeks now. Excellent focus and a lot more motivation than before. Minimal side effects after the first couple of days. No real come down for me. I also take 10 mg cipralex at night with no issues. Spansule kicks in about an hour after I take it and starts to fade off about 4-5 hours later."

• Alex
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 21, 2023

Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) for ADHD "I have been on Dexedrine since 2nd grade, I am now 53. Dexedrine was available since the 60s, that's why I was out on it at the time. Adderall and Ritalin came out in the 90s and as brand name marketing was intense ,prescribers switched over to prescribing these medications instead of Dexedrine. Newer, is not necessarily more effective or better. As the prescribing of Adderall and Ritalin became increasingly dominant, it became challenging to find pharmacies that carried Dexedrine in stock, often they would have to special order it, and this process would take several days. Due to this difficulty, my doctor persuaded me to try fist Ritalin, and then Adderall. In comparison to Dexedrine, I found these 2 newer medications not nearly as effective and unpleasant to take. If you've ever taken Adderall or Ritalin, they obviously work as stimulants, like coffee, but a lot less "Jittery". To me, comparing Dexedrine to Adderall is like comparing Adderall to coffee. Far less jittery. Try it."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 5, 2021

For Fatigue "As per the last review, I’ve also suffered from CFS for 10 years. Unfortunately it was extremely difficult to find medical providers who believed my struggles & were willing to look outside the square! I was almost fully couch bound for 5 years which resulted in losing my self built successful business, my house & my independence! I’d been trialled on multiple useless medications which led to nothing but hideous side effects & no relief! Finally I found an empathetic doctor who understood my frustration & debilitating struggles & prescribed this stimulant! It has been an absolute game changer in terms of my cognitive functioning & has allowed me to get some quality of life back & the confidence to drive safely. Without this medication I think I would have probably given up. For anyone with persistent chronic fatigue issues this medication is absolutely worth trying! It’s not a cure but it has most certainly been life changing for myself"

• student
• January 22, 2015

For ADHD "30 years old, had ADD my whole life and never tried anything for it, except for an Adderall XR 30mg once for studying and an Adderall 30mg tab for studying as well (XR kept me focused and tab didn't work). I just ended my first 5.5 hour dexamphetamine high and highly recommend it! Things that normally bothered me, like sounds (I also have S4) or my kids misbehaving didn't bother me at all. The background emotions that would constantly distract me under stress were gone. I was focused, calm, felt a bit high/numb and thirsty. I must have drank a gallon of water and peed 4 times. It kicked in about 40 minutes after taking it and lasted about 5.5 hours. Gradual onset and gradual come-off. Got a lot of studying done and retained the info."

• Dexed...
• July 25, 2015

For ADHD "Amazing medication that should be doctors FIRST CHOICE in prescribing a person with ADHD. I have been on every prescription under the sun, from Ritalin to Adderall, Vyvance, Concerta. They all had HORRIBLE side effects causing me high anxiety & I also suffer from PTSD so you can image struggle. I'm a mother of 3 kids, work part time, & own a successful business. Without Dexedrine I doubt I'd be as successful. It's a miracle drug."

• Angel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 23, 2023

For ADHD "Diagnosed with Inattentive/Hyperactive ADHD at the age of 27, and this was the first medication I tried. My whole life, I have been a stressed out, burnt out, insatiable over-achiever. One month in and I feel a genuine sense of calm for the first time in my whole life. No more impending sense of doom, and my anxiety/depression has almost disappeared. The absence of the inner rage demon at the smallest sound or sensory discomfort has really made a huge difference to my day-to-day life. The strangest side effect is that my taste in music has changed, and now I favor soft/slow jazz/classical, and my screen time has significantly reduced. I used to need CONSTANT stimulus (TV, Social Media, video games, high-sugar foods, 'achievement' etc.) just to get through the day, and now I just do not need or want these things anymore. I find myself content sitting with myself and being present, which pre-medication felt more like a torment than a moment of peace."