Adderall 12.5 mg

Adderall is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy containing amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. This medication works on the central nervous system as a stimulant for making the focus on study and work.

Adderall 12.5 mg is a common dose that is available in the form of Immediate-Release form. Commonly doctors start treatment with a low dose such as 5 mg, 10 mg, or 12.5 mg for the patient to start the treatment. Adderall is FDA-approved on 11/8/2002 as a prescription drug that has a high potential for abuse and addiction. For this reason, it should only be used under the supervision of licensed healthcare professionals. Before taking this medicine, if you ever faced any allergies to any other opioid medicine then tell your doctor about that.

How Does Adderall 12.5 mg Works?

Adderall 12.5 mg boosts your energy level to easily focus on given tasks and reduces hyperactivity & impulsivity. Amphetamine and Dextroamphetamine are the two active ingredients of Adderall.

Under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA), this medication is classified as a Schedule 2 controlled substance i.e dopamine and norepinephrine. It works by blocking the brain to boost neurotransmitters that improve focus and alertness at work.

Dosage Of The Drug: 

Adderall is a popular prescription drug that is available in different forms i.e. Adderall IR and  Adderall XR.

Adderall IR is the Immediate Release formula that lasts about 4 to 6 hours. Various doses are included in Adderall IR such as 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, and 30 mg.

The lowest dose of the medication is Adderall 5 mg. The Peach-colored round-shaped pill with imprint d p 12.5 has been identified as Adderall 12.5 mg tablet. This medication is applied to a patient who has increased mild symptoms of ADHD.

How To Use Adderall 12.5 mg? 

Adderall 12.5 mg is used in children or adults. The patient should read all the instructions and follow them properly before taking Adderall 12.5 mg tablet. The medication guide the doctor has given suggests taking the pills orally with a healthy drinkable drink. The patient can even take these medicines with food or without food as per the doctor’s suggestion. The doctor has considered the daily doses so take them accordingly. The recommendation doses have suggested taking the first dose in the morning after breakfast or without breakfast. The time gap between two doses is taken 4-6 hours. The same doses are not recommended the same for everyone. These doses vary according to the patient’s age, gender, health condition, and weight.

How Long Last In System: 

After consuming medication, it stays for 72 hours or 3 days in the body system. Different factors depend upon the length of time the medication stays in the system. The factors are including dosage, rate of metabolism, age, gender, organ function, and other factors of the patient.

The urine tests, blood tests, hair tests, and saliva tests are all used to determine whether a person has used Adderall or similar drugs.

Urine Test: This test is the most commonly used form of testing to get to know how long 12.5 mg of Adderall last in your pee. It is found that Adderall is on a urine test 72-96 hours after the last use.

Hair Test: The hair tests offer a greater window of possible detection time. The medication of amphetamines can be detected for up to 3 months after last use.

Saliva Test: Traces of Adderall can be detected in saliva for 20-50 hours after using the medication.

Blood Test: Traces of Adderall can be detected in the blood 46 hours soon after the last use.

Side Effects Of Adderall 12.5 mg:

If the patient is not feeling well after using Adderall 12.5 mg tablet, he/she cannot tolerate it, dial your healthcare provider’s number & get emergency help immediately. Some of the symptoms of serious side effects are listed that have been noticed after Adderall use:-

• Swelling on face, throat, tongue
• Fast or slow heartbeat, breathing problem, pain in the chest
• Behavior problem, hallucination, aggression
• Skin color change in toes or fingers
• Seizures
• Muscle pain
• Vision change
• Fever
• Sweating
• Vomiting
• Fast heart rate
• High blood pressure
• Diarrhea
• Shivering

Adderall can also affect your children’s growth. If you notice any side effects in your children, connect with your healthcare provider on urgency.

Common side effects list:-

• Weight loss
• Stomach pain
• Loss of appetite
• Fast heart rate
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Sleeping issues
• Dizziness
• Mood change
• Mood swings

You can make an appointment with your doctor if any new side effects get noticed. Or you can directly visit your clinic or dial FDA  Number at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before Using Adderall 12.5 mg Dose:

The doctor may have prescribed Adderall for the patient to get rid of ADHD. But He/she knows better which medicine will suit him/her or not. Here is a discussion of some points that someone can read carefully before having Adderall doses.

• If you have any allergic reaction to using Adderall or their drugs you can tell your doctor before having these doses.
• Thyroid
• If you have glaucoma
• High or low blood pressure
• Kidney disease
• Heart disease
• Have an anxiety disorder
• If you are consuming alcohol or drugs in high quantities
• Inform your doctor if you are using any other medicines or herbal products
• If a family member has depression, liver or kidney disease, anxiety, bipolar, suicide thoughts, or attempts
• If you are taking Adderall in between pregnancies, you can face premature birth, weight loss in the baby, & withdrawal symptoms in the premature baby. Before using Adderall tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant
• If you are using Adderall do not feed your baby during medicine time. This drug can pass through the milk & can harm your baby
• This drug is not recommended for under the age of 3 years old children.

Always consult with your doctor if anyone confuses about to use of the medication.

Addiction & Withdraw Of Adderall 12.5 mg:

Each person may react differently to the treatment of ADHD on Adderall. After using this medication for a month he or she may experience addiction.

If the patient gives up the medication suddenly he may cause some side effects of withdrawing Adderall. Such as:

• Decrease your appetite
• Stomachache
• Nausea or, rarely, vomiting
• Weight loss
• Headaches
• Sleep disturbances or insomnia
• Nervousness or anxiety

Do not give up the medication without consulting your doctor. If you think this medication may be causing side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether the medication is the source of the problem or not.