Dexedrine Forums

I have been on Barr/Teva dexedrine sulfate (generic) for 14 years. After 5 "shortages" I recently received back my script, butt it's a placebo !!!! Nothing at all. I took 25 10 milligram tabs; nothing at all. It's an unethical and disgusting scam. Am writing every politician, fda, Quality control, anyone who can address the monster of a crime. ## I feel the same way. The Dex 10's that were given to me had to be abused to have any effect. There is some FAKE crap out there. I have narcolepsy and took 60mg of adderall cor brand and never woke up. I feel sorry for kids with ADD and being forced to take a fake pill thinking its real only to screw up there homework and ultimately their lives. Something is Rotten in the generic stimulant area. FDA could give two s***s less ...

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Is 30 mg of dexedrine (15x15) too much in one day? ## The maximum standard daily dose of it can go up to 40mgs and in rare cases 60mgs, where a higher dose is needed to treat certain severe conditions. Learn more Dexedrine details here. However, you should stick with whatever dose your doctor has prescribed. if it isn't working, then you should contact your doctor to discuss possible solutions. Are there any other questions or comments? ## 30mg/day is not too much. The prescribed dose is not limited by fixed daily maximums but by the clinical judgment and willingness of your physician. The 40mg/day and 60mg/day maximums for dextroamphetmine sulfate were established long ago and for ADHD in children. (At the time the "experts" established these maximums, the experts also said...

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I have an appointment with my psychiatrist this week and I plan to tell him about Amneal's discontinuation of Generic Dexedrine ER. That was the only authorized generic I could find, and the only version which worked for me. Now that I can't get it, should I request an IR version, or is there something more appropriate? I realize my doctor is the best person to ask, but I'd like to know what to ask for heading into the appointment. Thanks in advance! ## Have you tried Vyvanse? It's a great medication to treat ADHD. There's also Mydayis that's supposedly a great medication, as well. ## Amneal also makes brand Dexedrine Spansules. Tell your doctor that generic doesn't work for you/causes "side" effects, and have him/her (or the employees in their practi...

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How much weight, per week can one expect to lose on dexedrine? ## It has successfully helped some people to lose weight. How much they lose varies and it must be combined with appropriate diet and exercise. This is a simulant medication containing Dextroamphetamine. Common side effects can include: nausea, insomnia, anorexia and headache. Does anyone else have experience using this medication? ## I am taking prescribed Dextroamphetamine but cannot afford to lose any weight, which I am doing. Are there any helpful hints anyone can offer me. A Dietitian is attempting to help, but without success. Thanks. ## Only because dexamfetamine sulphate is a very strong stimulant which takes away any desire to eat... ## Dexedrine is a powerful appetite suppressant. When the drug stops working your b...

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I usually use CVS, but the pharmacist told me that their wholesaler does not carry Zenzedi. Those who take this medication, what pharmacy do you use? The only mom and pop pharm in my town said it was too expensive to order, but that chains that use a certain wholesaler different than the one CVS uses would be able to get it. I am not asking about (the vastly inferior, IME) various generics of dextroamphetamine IR. Been there, hated it. Zenzedi 15 mgs works for my ADHD-C and narcolepsy the way brand-name Adderall IR used to when it was manufactured by Shire, before it was taken off patent and the original formula changed. I am having similar trouble finding brand name Dexedrine Spansules (manufactured by Amedra and Amneal). I do not find the generic by Actavis/Teva supplied by all the ph...

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My question is what drug on the market mocks the same exact structure as SKF 10 mg dextroamphetamine sulfate, as it was in the 60s 70s orange heart shape? Can you help? ## I'm not a chemist, but my research suggests that a company by the name of GlaxoSmithKline reportedly makes 10mg Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine sulfate ER) with a National Drug Code of 0007-3513. Please note however, that this information was last updated/revised in 2007. The characteristics of the pill are described as a clear brown capsule with the following imprint: "10;mg;3513;10;mg;SB" as represented by NIH.gov It also reportedly contains the following list of inactive ingredients: cetyl alcohol D & C Yellow No. 10 dibutyl sebecate ethylcellulose FD & C Blue No. 1 FD & C Blue No. 1 aluminum l...

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Navigating the maze that is Dexedrine Generics is painfully complicated. Here are some tips. Everyone has their preference when it comes to medications like Dexedrine and Adderall. I happen to believe that the Brand Name drug is preferable to the generics, but the price is just astronomical. Dexedrine ER Capsules (Amedra) are priced at about $1300 for a bottle of # 90. The right to manufacture generic versions of the brand medication is spread among a number of companies, and changes constantly as companies are sold and resold to different holding groups. As for Generic Dexedrine: in 2010 Corepharma purchased the right to make Dexedrine from GlasxoSmithKline. CP then offered Brand Dexedrine (made by one of their divisions, Amedra) and generic Dextroamphetamine Sulfate - under the CP lab...

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I am exceedingly pill-sensitive. Nothing works for me like the old Dexedrine by Smth, Kline, Glaxoc. Is there any place in the world to obtain and fill a prescription for it? ## Hello, Wendy! How are you? It is still available in the U.S., but you may need your doctor to write a prescription as 'brand medically necessary' and to have a pharmacy order it in for you. The FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, irritability, mood swings and anorexia. Has someone told you that it isn't available? ## I was told the same - my pharmacist tried to order more as I was picking up my prescription last week 'suspended indefinitely' ... I'm also extremely 'pill senstive' - ...

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So I've been on adderrall or vyvanse for some years now and I seem to have an incredible tolerance. My question is to anyone who has tried both and which one worked better. If dex does are the doctors Leary in giving it out and is it as hard or harder to find pharmacies that have it? Thanks for any feedback ## Or has there been anything stronger/more effective then vyvanse or adderrall? ## It really depends on which one works best for you. The FDA warns that these medications carry the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia, and anorexia. Which one have you had the best luck using? Most pharmacies carry both, though they usually have a limited supply. ## My doc could no longer write Addo he gave me. Vyvanse. Not only did...

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I was on Dexedrine basically for weight loss, I do not have ADD or anything like that. I am off of it now, can someone tell me how long it takes to completely get out of your system. I was on 10 mg for just a few months. No side effects or withdrawal. I just want to know how long it stays in your system? ## It will be out of your system in about 3 days. ## Im on it for add, and the answer to your question is no longer then 2 days. The half life is really long for it. so ur best bet is 1-2 days might be sooner if your running alot of excersise ## thank you for your answers. I don't know why I thought it would be longer. I just want to make sure that it is completely out of my system because another dr. wants me to take something else for another reason and it can't be taken with ...

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Glaxo Smith Kline had Abbott Labs of North Chicago Illinois manufacturing under license from GSK the "E-19" Dexedrine Sulfate during most of this decade, until, the Spring of 2009, when manufacturing of 5 mg orange heart I/R Dexedrine was stopped, a production run since 1937!!! It is my understanding that the "brand Dexedrine Spansules" the extended release 5 mg version, also has been discontinued. Citation needed. Previous, Glaxo Smith Kline had Cardinal Pharma of both Kentucky, and, another firm out of Albuquerque NM, producing, the 10 and 15 mg. brand Dexedrine pink and white pellet Spansules. In New Mexico, it was Catalent Pharma. "i do not have a clue in 2012, if GSK, has anyone producing for USA citizens their famous brand name Dexedrine Spanusles. I do know th...

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I am taking a generic Aurobindo Dexedrine IR tablet (5mg x2). I am experiencing extreme rage and losing my temper easily. The same issue happened with Aurobindo Adderall IR. Can anyone tell me if this is normal? ## According to NIH, the following symptoms are listed as possible side effects of Adderall/Dexedrine/Dextroamphetamine: - Extreme energy or restlessness, confusion, agitation, unusual moods or behaviors - Anxiety, restlessness, fast heartbeat, fever, sweating, muscle spasms, twitching - Agitation - Irritability - Violent actions Source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMHT0009889/?report=details#side_effects Have you tried any other manufacturer's of Adderall or Dexedrine with different results? If so, it could also be attributed to different sets of binders & fillers tha...

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Clear and maroon capsule with multi-shaded pink ball like product inside. Had a break-in and they dumpped all our meds out on the bed, we were trying to figure out what this was, as the bottles are not all here. Might be for sinuses or BP? Please let me know. ## The capsule you have is Dexedrine 10 mg ## Walker is correct, it was manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline and is most commonly used to treat ADHD, narcolepsy, and shift work sleep disorder. The FDA warns that it carries the risk of being habit forming, and may cause side effects, such as nausea, headache, dizziness, nervousness, anorexia, and insomnia. Is there anything I can help with?

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I have been taking Dexedrine (Dextroamphetamine Sulfate XR) for 3 years now and it has always looked the same: clear and dark brown manufactured by BARR, imprinted with the same and the numbers 956. Two months ago the medication I received was blue. I was stupid and didn't think twice about it only to be called by the pharmacy and told I had been given Adderall by mistake at the end of the month. The following month my medication was back to the usual clear and brown. This month I have been given blue pills again. They gave them to me in a bottle that says "Dextroamphetamine Sulf ER 15MG" as it should, they scratched out "BARR" and wrote "Global" on the manufacturer part. The description label on the bottle says the pills should be clear and brown and imprint...

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I found a bottle of mixed pills. They are small orange peachy pills with APO on one side, D and 5 on the other with a score through the center of the D and 5. ## I have a small orange pill with apo one side and d5 on the other. ## Just curious, what is the shape of this orange pill being described? From what I can tell, many other types of pills with this APO marking seem to be of Canadian origin. The Canadian company who makes these goes by the name of "Apotex Inc." I would recommend contacting them directly regarding this pill to see what they have to say about it. Posted below is a link to their contact page: apotex.com/global/contact Please post back if you find out anymore information. ## This is a dexedrine pill by the company Apotex Inc.

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This was prescribed for narcolepsy, and I'm looking for more details. ## I have just been prescribed m-amphet 30 XR capsules made by Prasco. I had been trying to get the Shire name brand but my insurance company couldn't decide whether they would give it to me. Finally decided on Prasco. Took yesterday for 1st time and think they might work. Time will tell and I will post. I take for narcolepsy secondary to opiate usage. I am on a morphine infusion pump with flow of about 30mg continuous/day. Without these pills I do not function or wake up. I will definitely update. Took one 50 minutes ago and can feel myself waking up. Good morning and hopefully good day! ## I hope you have good results with that combo of meds! All I get now is adipex. ## Stimulants are used to treat condition...

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I was told by several Pharmacies that Dexedrine & the generic is NOT available, (on manufacturer back order, etc.), Does anyone have/not have the same problem? Please advise ## There have been a couple of other posts about this problem recently. Unfortunately, the only thing that anyone can really suggest as a solution would be for you to contact your doctor and see if there is an alternative medication you can use in the meantime. Does anyone else have any advice to add? ## I have read that the manufacturer should have all back orders filled by end of June. I had to call no less than 25 Pharmacies yesterday to fill my prescription, hopefully next months will be easier. ## I have used the Barr Dextroamphetamine for many years. I take 15mg 3x/day. I have always gotten my rx filled at...

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I have filled a prescription for dextroamphetamine in October 2016. I misplaced it and now found it. Is it still good? ## Just want to know if Ian still use it the prescription date is October 2016. ## Generally, if it is in a bottle as dispensed from your pharmacy, it is good for one year from that original date. The FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia, irritability, and anorexia. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I suffer from narcolepsy and migraines but had a bad UA for methamphetamines. I need to find out what to do to get my prescriptions back. I have been taking Dexedrine and Fioricet without codeine. Both are schedule ll drugs. I am willing to take continuous use and am going to see a addiction counselor, or check into inpatient treatment. ## So you haven't done any methamphetamine or you have? It was kinda hard to understand your question. My ex husband was on fioricet and ultram and adderall and was ordered by court to attend counseling for stealing and get tested by this place the test came back positive for PCP!!! He never had done that it his life!! We went to our Dr and he figured out that it was the fioricet mixed with other scripts and his stomach meds that caused it. So I'...

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MY son was taking Dexedrine but they stop getting that pill went bk to the doctor he prescribe zenzedi 10 mg pharmacy filled with a generic named Dextroamphet which is a generic of Adderall ,my son was on Adderall at one time complained of chest pains and the drug was changed immed. when I looked up the generic name of zenzedi it stated Dextroamphetmine was the drug to use not dextroamphet the diff. in mixes of the drug.Is this the right drug for my son? ## Hello, Yappie! How are you? Zenzedi and Dexedrine contain the same active ingredient, Dextroamphetamine. The one that said Dextroamphet was just abbreviated by the pharmacy or doctor, but it is the same medication. Learn more Zenzedi details here. But it is not the same as Adderall. Adderall contains 2 active ingredients, Dextroamphe...

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