Amphetamine Salts Er 5mg Cap

Is this safe for a 6 yr. old to take. Once a day>

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Dosing and administration guidelines for this medication state the following:

Adderall XR (Amphetamine, Dextroamphetamine Mixed Salts) is approved for use in children "over" the age of six years, although regular Adderall can be used in younger children from 3-5 years of age.

"In children with ADHD who are 6-12 years of age and are either starting treatment for the first time or switching from another medication, start with 10 mg once daily in the morning; daily dosage may be adjusted in increments of 5 mg or 10 mg at weekly intervals. When in the judgment of the clinician a lower initial dose is appropriate, patients may begin treatment with 5 mg once daily in the morning. The maximum recommended dose for children is 30 mg/day; doses greater than 30 mg/day of Adderall XR have not been studied in children. Adderall XR has not been studied in children under 6 years of age."

Additionally, I found an article on this drug that may deter you away from using it on your child:
http:/­/­www.webmd.com/­add-adhd/­news/­20050210/­sudden-death-in-12-kids-on-adhd-drug-adderall-news

Have you considered looking into any natural alternatives?

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