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So Im in a pain management program at my doctors and they have to give me a urine test every month for 2 yrs and my problem is that I have been having to give him the meds bc my husband goes to work early now so how does it show on my urine test if Im not taking it just touching the powder and then taking meds after i give him his meds?Please help me..

Small capsule red half has Lilly written in cursive with the numbers 3250 on it the white half it says 80mg on it ## That is an 80mg Strattera capsule, which contains the active ingredient Atomoxetine, it's used to treat ADHD. Learn more Strattera details here. It's an SNRI, rather than a stimulant like many of the other medications that are used for ADHD. Where did you find it?

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My foster son has ADHA he just began taking D-amphetamine salt combo 5mg. it is blue, round, x on one side of tab and cor 130 on the other side. how long till i start seeing it work for him and what are side effects and signs that its not working. ## Hello, Seeing as everyone reacts to medication differently, it is impossible to know how long it will take the medication to start working or how well it will work. From what I've read, some have noticed changes in a couple of days and for some, a couple weeks to a month. The side effects are: loss of appetite, weight loss, dry mouth, stomach upset/pain, nausea/vomiting, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, fever, nervousness, and trouble sleeping. If your son experiences any of these rare but serious side effects, seek immediate medical atte...

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I started on Vyvance about 1.5 years ago by gradually working up to the maximum dosage of 70mg. once in themorning. I thought Id try gettin off the drug and crashed for 3 whole daus.Now I feel likr a Zombie, no energy, no motovation just limp. I realize now that it really did help me tremendously. My question is: Can I now just start back on the 70mg. capsule again after being off of it for 2 weeks? ## Hi Allen, I suggest breaking your 70 mg pills in half and take one of the halves once in the morning for 2 weeks like you used to. Doing it this way shouldn't shock your body and will give it more time to re-adjust to the medication. After the 2 weeks you should be ok to start taking 70mg again, but just listen to your body and do what you feel is right. Learn More: Vyvanse Details I...

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My foster son has ADHA he just began taking D-amphetamine salt combo 5mg. it is blue, round, x on one side of tab and cor 130 on the other side. how long till i start seeing it work for him and what are side effects and signs that its not working. ## The mixed Amphetamine salts are a generic for Adderall and they should start to have some effect right away, but it will take several weeks before it reaches its full effectiveness and you know how well it will work for him. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, headache, irritability and insomnia. Learn more Adderall details here. If it's not working, then you'll likely not see any behavioral improvement, but as I said, you'll need to wait a few weeks to really know. Are there any other questions?

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i take dexedrine for adhd (it works great) but i don't have health insurance and i can't afford it. does anyone know of a prescription assistance program that could get me the medicine free or very cheap? i won't be able to get it this month if i can't find a program that will supply it free. ## Go online to RXrelief.com. You can request a coupon for any drug that most pharmacies accept. Look up the discount offered for your drug on their website. I also, had problems with the cost of Adderall - I researched online to see what generics were available and found one for $40/90 day supply versus $166/month. Had to discuss it with my doctor first, but it worked out well for me. Best of luck! ## I think the suggestion that was already made is likely your best option. Do your ...

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I've only been taking the drug for about a week, but I feel great. I have much more energy, confidence, and possibly strength. I have also lost a good portion of my appetite (which is okay, as I'm somewhat overweight. 6'5" 280 lbs, though I am also an offensive lineman for the high school). How long do these effects last? Do they wear off the longer I take them? ## Hi Cameron, I'm glad this medication is working well for you. Over time, the effects you are experiencing may level out some due to an increased tolerance and may not continue to be quite as strong. It's impossible to know for sure though, since everyone reacts to medication differently. Learn More: Vyvanse Details I hope this helps! ## Okay, thanks. The feelings of "being on top of the world" ...

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I need to know asap about this please. My friend used to take pills all the time and im worried she has started again i founf some dextroamp amphet er 30mg in her dresser and i know she does not have adhd so my question is can someone get high from this medication please answer fast thank you for your time. ## Hello, Based on my research, it is possible to experience a high after taking this medication. However, I have heard that the high isn't very pleasant so she might be using it for energy or focus. It's really nice that you're looking out for your friend, hopefully she isn't abusing the meds in any way. Please post back if you have any more questions or concerns and I will be happy to assist you!

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My son is 14 and has been taking Vyvanse for about one year now. His current dose is 60mg daily. Over the past 4 months he has been experiencing side effects that led doctors to think that he has Neuro-Cardiogenic Syncope also known as POTS (Postural Orhtostatic Tachycardia Syncope). So now on top of his Vyvanse he is now taking Toprol 25mg daily. His symptoms include rapid heart beat, dizziness, blurred vision, and chest pain. He had a TILT test performed and failed. But now after reading more, I think that these symptoms are all side effects of his medication. He participates in sports and can no longer get through a wrestling match without the symptoms so severe, he has to quit the match. Has anyone else had this? ## Yes, those can be side effects of the Vyvanse, though they aren'...

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I have been clinically diagnosed narcoleptic. I don't have health insurance so I can't get a sleep study right now to confirm my doctors diagnosis. I got an adderall from a friend in high school one day and loved it, I wasn't falling asleep in class, I was extremely interested in my work, loved taking notes, etc. So I went to the doctor and told him I had all the symptoms of ADD and got a prescription for adderall 10mg twice daily. Two months later I said that wasn't working and got moved up to 20mg twice daily. Finished school got pregnant right away so obviously i immediately stopped taking adderall, but started again after I had my first child. Six months later I find myself pregnant again so again I stopped taking adderall. After my second child I immediately started...

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My son is 14 and has been taking Concerta for the past few years. Although his dose fluctuated, he was not perscribed the highest dose available. Now his doctors have changed his prescription to AdderallXR. Because the active ingredients are so similar to Meth, and knowing how very addicitive Amphedimines are, what are the chances he will be hooked unkowingly to speed and become one of the many lying, underhanded criminals associated with young men in our society ? Does it increase the probability? ## please have your son try another med. i took concerta for 3 years and in the past 2 1/2 month am taking XR 25mg and the side-effects are awful. if he gonna take addralll have him take tablets. please try something different now before he starts to show the seroius side-effects. but it work...

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Please HELP I am in need of FREE OR VERY REDUCED COUPONS for Adderall XR 20mg ## Hi Tammi, I'm not sure if there are any coupons that offer free Adderall, but I am aware of Adderall XR Patient Assistance coupons; one of which you can view & print out via the link below (although Google turns up with many more options as well): patientassistance.com/D111-adderall-xr-coupon.html You might also find some helpful information in this other similar thread here: Discuss/adderal-xr-coupon-193536.htm I hope this helps! :)

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I think it is intended for a child. I found it on the floor after a teen visited. White tablet, 36 on one side, N on the other ## Hi Carron, From what I could gather, "each white to off-white, capsule-shaped, film-coated, extended release tablet, engraved with "N" on one side and "36" on the other side contains methylphenidate hydrochloride 36 mg." "Nonmedicinal ingredients: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyvinyl alcohol- polyethylene glycol copolymer and colloidal silica, simethicone, stearic acid, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, talc, and titanium dioxide." Manufacturer: Teva Canada Methylphenidate is the most commonly prescribed psychostimulant and is indicated in the treatment of attention-def...

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Rph 031 Brownish ## Actually, I'm finding this listed as containing Omeprazole, sold under the name Ratio-Omeprazole, it is a proton pump inhibitor that's used to help reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach. Learn more Ratio-Omeprazole details here. However, I am unsure what the exact dosage might be. Does anyone else know?

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I started on 30 mg / the bumped to 50 7 weeks ago and last Fri started on 70 mg. I did not see a huge difference in my weight or appetite about 3 monts ago. It kicked in full force. I had no appetite and my energy level sky rocked. I have went from 176 pounds down to 150. I went from a size 14 down to 8 and sometimes a six I am also on 150 mg of Wellbutrin 3 times per day. This was a huge boost in my energy. Has anyone else had huge weight loss ## Hi Dee, What medication do you think caused the rapid weight loss? If you post back and let me know, I can definitely do some research and see if anyone else has had a similar experience. Thanks!

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I have been taking adderall for about 3 years and now the drugest gives me thisso what is this pill and it gives me bad side effects ## This tablet is a generic for Adderall that contains 30mgs of mixed Amphetamine salts, however, since there can be differences between name brands and generics, that may explain why you are getting bad side effects from it. (NDC 0555-0974) Inactive Ingredients: - Silicon Dioxide - Starch, Corn - Magnesium Stearate - Cellulose, Microcrystalline - Saccharin Sodium - Fd&c Yellow No. 6 - Aluminum Oxide The FDA does allow generics to differ from the name brand by as much as plus or minus 20% in the active ingredient, so that gives 2 possibilities to explain your problem and since you didn't describe what you are experiencing, I cannot guess which one...

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If my son does not get enough sleep it seems as though the concerta is more potient on him the next day? His eyes seems galssy and he seems out of it. Do any of you also have this issue? ## It makes sense to me that Concerta (a psychostimulant drug) is effecting his sleep patterns if he is taking it too much of it or having it too late in the day. Common side effects associated with this medication are: restlessness difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep nervousness Ref: nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a682188.html#side-effects Does your son take anything to help himself get a deeper sleep? Perhaps lavender oil or a natural sleep aid would be beneficial for avoiding certain effects from the medication.

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I opened and crunched 24 focal xr 15mg capsules in about 14-16 hrs. I have a very high tolerance to any drug, and I'm a small female. I feel shaky but ok. Is that too much? Just a waste probably- the buzz didn't get better.... ## From what I could gather, Doses above 30 mg/day in pediatrics and 40 mg/day in adults have not been studied and are not recommended. There is also no body of evidence available from controlled trials to indicate how long the patient with ADHD should be treated with Focalin XR. So if you're using Focalin XR (Dexmethylphenidate Hydrochloride) in a recreational manner, I would still play it safe and definitely steer clear from taking so many capsules. Nervousness and anxiety are both common side effects of taking too much, which may have attributed to ...

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taking a drug test and don't want my adderrall intake of 30mg a day to show up. How long will it take to show up negative on the test. I am thin , good metabolism, been taking it for several months ## Adderall contains Amphetamines and they are usually detectable for a urine test for as long as 5 days, after you stop taking them. The time can vary a little, depending on the length of use and amounts you have used. Adderall is a legal prescription medication, so if you are taking it by orders of a doctor, all you have to do is tell them that, when you go in for testing. Are there any other questions or comments? ## I take 30 mg 3 times a day ,last month I was sick with strep throat & I didn't take it for over a week & I didn't get my last 30 filled ,when I went to my ...

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I've been taking Adderall xr. Today i was given Amphetamine salts TABBRR. Does anyone know about these and have taken them? What is the difference? Does one work better than the other? Thanks. ## Well the TABBRR just refers to the dosage form (tablet) and the manufacturer. This is just a generic version of the medication, instead of a name brand. ## Does anyone know of any help paying for this medication?

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