Adderall Generics Thread (Page 4) (Top voted first)

Hey guys.

Most of us are probably in the same boat--our Adderall doesn't work and it's horrible and we can't function well and it's bull**** and we all know that, but there are other threads/forums to vent frustration. We need a thread with the basics to help us all get going again or to know what to avoid (even though that seems like all of them these days, ha.)

PLEASE POST THE FOLLOWING:

1. MANUFACTURER OF YOUR RECENT ADDERALL PRESCRIPTION
2. XR OR IR? HOW MANY MG? COLOR/SHAPE/IMPRINT? (if possible)
3. ***PHARMACY NAME*** AND MONTH/YEAR OF SCRIPT
4. YOUR LOCATION (if you are comfortable with that)
5. SIDE EFFECTS/SYMPTOMS. GOOD? BAD?

Generally speaking, chain pharmacies use the same manufacturer at all of their locations throughout the country and that will make it easier for us to either get a hold of that specific manufacturer's Adderall, OR to avoid it if it's a bad batch.

Replies to other posts are allowed, but please try to stay on topic so that the thousands of people viewing this thread can easily keep track when they are going in for their monthly prescription.

Thanks so much!

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Re: Nancy (# 5)

Actavis is absolutely junk. I contacted the FDA this junk needs to be banned

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I have taken:

1) Actavis 30mg XR imprint r-3061 total garbage

2) Elite Laboratories Inc 30mg XR imprint Eli-515 total garbage

3) Global Pharmaceuticals 30mg XR imprint m amphet salts and 30mg. This brand works good for me.

The first two cause me chronic cough and chronic phlegm in my throat. Hope this helps someone.

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Bensalem PA

January 2022 Sandoz 20 mg CVS has in stock or will order it. Dr wrote Sandoz do no substitute on my script. Round orange pill with 401 imprinted on 1 side & 4 scores on the other side.

Sandoz is by far the best I've tried.

December 2021
Teva 20 mg
Walgreens
It was ok

November 2021
Aurobindo 20 mg
Giant Pharmacy
Placebo

October 2021
Epic 30 mg
Giant Pharmacy
Pink round pill.
Worked well, then Giant switched to the generic sugar pill by Aurobindo.

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Re: Friendly Me (# 61)

Best reply of all. 100% on point!!!

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1. Elite Pharm
2. IR 10 MG Light Blue Oval Shaped
3. CVS End of July 23 start of August 23
4. South Jersey
5. Bad - Tired, Foggy, Ocular Migraines, Not effective in managing symptoms even at a higher dosage.

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Alex is correct, no registration is required on this site, the site administrator wanted to allow people to get answers to their questions, while still maintaining their privacy. Whether someone asks about a medical condition, side effects, an addiction issue, or etc., they felt everyone deserves the same dignity and respect. So, anyone can respond, or make a post and not worry about it, you always remain your username.

As to the last post from T, pharmacy shopping is not a concern, unless you are getting controlled substances, like this, filled early, or at the same time, at multiple pharmacies. If you are only getting your one fill, as permitted, you can switch pharmacies as often as you like. There are people who switch regularly, to take advantage of the ability to get free giftcards, when they transfer a prescription.

The FDA does warn that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming, and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, anorexia, insomnia, and headache.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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Re: Nancy (# 5)

Oh. That is a good description. Head full of concrete. That describes what the back of my skull feels like. Heavy. Full of concrete is apt.

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Re: Bend back (# 16)

Hello out there to those that know what I am about to discuss-please feel I need to hear some encouragement or tell me to shut up its Ok... But I'm so pissed. Ok My Dr. for @least 9yrs that has prescribed different things until we found that the Adderall 30mg 2xs daily not extended release -but regular Adderall results were fantastic. I also am prescribed other meds but this last visit he says we are going to try you on something different other than your Adderall. I asked why? He said well there's others that are not addictive. What? 9yrs - and now you want to talk addictive? I can't function - he said please will you just give these a try called strattera. Now you can't take your Prozac anymore with strattera or your wellbutrin anymore not even the trazadone anymore. The pharmacy didn't have the straterra in stock had to wait for 3 days..my copay was $257.13. However, hope I can finish this post without something you know how it goes with our attention span. I better stop now. But straterra isn't Adderral-please fire away-and yes I can't get through to Dr. Just yet. Said try at least+ week or 2 but shouldn't I wean off of Adderall? I mean all no anti depressants no Adderall I've not felt very well. Waited about week before started strattera. Had been off of my Adderall already for 2 1/2 weeks which was killing me -but everyone had been sick with flu here at home so as mom I had to cancel my appointment and reschedule then had to cancel that appt because then my youngest had his turn with the flu so I couldn't keep my appointment. I rescheduled. So I'd rather have my generic Adderall which is generic "amphetamine salt com tab 30mg manufactured by corepharma- PINK ROUND TABLET !!! ONLY ONE THAT WORKS!!!

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I was diagnosed late in life so have only been on them 4 years. From what I'm reading this has been going on longer than that. My last 2 scripts were really bad (see msg #19) so things must be getting worse. Here is info on my recent script:

- Mfr: Sandoz - deep orange round tabs imprint 404
- IR Generic Adderall "Amphetamine Salts 30mg tabs
- Pharm: CVS 3/18
- North of Philly
- Slightly more effective than Teva but still took 2-3 times more (not good)
- Catatonic inertia (will post more later); this is my 2nd post in life so I'm very upset

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Hi, this is Erin (post # 9). I’ve posted a few times and I wanted to post an encouraging update because I’ve found this forum incredibly helpful. Hearing all of your stories showed me that I wasn’t crazy and that my experience hasn’t been unique. Knowing that made it easier for me to advocate for myself without feeling like a “junkie”. Thank you all! I finally found a local independent pharmacy that will ONLY carry Sandoz, the version of the generic that has been most effective in my experience. The pharmacist will only stock Sandoz IR because it’s the only one that the people he helps have reported that works. Again, thank you all! Knowing that I had a right to look for the manufacturer that I needed and that it was a legitimate thing to do made all the difference. I know it’s hard to do the leg work, but if you know a version of the generic has been effective for you, call every pharmacy and ask what they carry. It takes time but if you find one that is carrying your generic, it’s not a crapshoot. Also, if you have a good relationship with your prescribing physician, they can request specific generic manufacturers on your actual script. You will have trouble the first month. But a local pharmacy, if they know you’ll be back in 30 days, should be able to work with you moving forward. Please don’t give up and hopefully I’ve offered some information that will help some of you find what you need.

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Erin (# 9)

Hi Erin!

For the Sandoz IR, you should try the Kroger/Ralph's/etc. chain, if you haven't already. I'm not in OR, but they were able to get it in my state, even though it is not currently their "contracted/preferred" brand. Also, don't ever take what 1 pharmacist in a chain store tells you as law...they are completely different in knowledge, attitude, & customer service (...well, actually almost everything!) from store to store. It DEFINITELY pays off to be extra nice & become good friends with whatever pharmacist you can find that is actually happy to help you. I trust my good ones more than I do most of my Dr's, and they have truly been life-savers on more than 1 occasion in helping me with my med's.

Wish you luck! ;)

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Re: GenericHeadaches (# 32)

What geographic region or state are you in and mg? I am from northeast, Pitt specifically and am willing to try anything that won’t give me massive anxiety. I have had horrible side effects to auro and actually I remember I got quiet a lot of anxiety with a prescription from Sandoz last November. Just not sure what to do next.

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Re: BendBack (# 20)

I agree with you 100%. CorePharma is the only one that works for me. Unfortunately my pharmacy informed me they are no longer available because CorePharma sold out to Impax and they are not manufacturing generic adderall tablets.

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Re: MauMaMa (# 29)

Hey # 29 maumama-I found a small local pharmacy that has been so great. They only ever carry Sandoz and teva / Barr. I’m so happy to find A pharmacy that is local and cares about the people they help. Side note, my GP, Who I also love, referred me by to an ADHD specialist. The specialist suggested specific genetic testing that can help with dosing, DO NOT DO this with out checking that it is being processed properly through your insurance. I think that ultimately it is a great idea, but it is still somewhat experimental and needs to be processed properly. There is ever increasing knowledge about brain chemistry that might help all of us, but I didn’t dot “I’s” and cross “t’s” and $4,500 later, I just hope I advanced science. Just be aware this seems to be increasingly suggested, and not fully explained and not coded properly. I am unprepared for this expense, because I was told it would never be more than $1000 by the specialist. Despite the fact that I can’t afford it, I still think that researchers will hopefully use this data from genetic testing to advance formulations and dosing. However, my fingers are crossed, and don’t make my mistake, read the fine print!

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Re: Tryingtofunction (# 34)

I am in Maryland, and currently on 20mg. From what I've read, the majority of CVS' should carry Mylan. The only time I noticed my CVS had a different brand was when a patient specifically requested them to order a bunch of Teva, and never picked up their prescription. Or at least that's what the Pharmacist told me lol.

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Re: The Dude (# 33)

I was also wondering this as I live in Denver as well and have only had the option of aurobindo and teva/Barr which neither is effectively treating my ADHD!

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Re: T (# 3)

Teva brand sucks but cant find Sandoz. Better quality and works like it should. I am near Charlotte NC.

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Is it just me, or is adderall generic sandoz getting worse...? I am noticing no benefits only side effects of hyperfoucusing on it since around my last refill in july.

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What is the best generic Adderall available in IL? The Adderall they give now do the opposite of what they have EVER done in 8 years. I don't understand how pharmacies can do this/or the makers of generics? We need this medicine to feel right.

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Teva 20mg orange football shape, b973. Filled at Taylor drug/Utah. Have been on Every generic over 6 years, Teva has been the best besides the last year or so, but compared to Aurobindo and Mallickrodt it’s better. I usually fill at Walgreens and for some reason their Teva is awful. NEVER get Aurobindo. If you can find Sandoz or Teva you’ll be better off.

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