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    Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
    10/25/2021 8:38:16 PM

    Reviewer: momof2, 35-44 on Treatment for 6 months to less than 1 year

    Effectiveness

    Current Rating: 5

    Ease of Use

    Current Rating: 5

    Satisfaction

    Current Rating: 5

    Comment:
    I Have been taking adderall xr 20 mg since march and it has helped me very much i have thyroid problems as well and this medication has helped me lose 35 pounds since i started it to the lady who said she thinks its causing her to gain weight its not the ADDERALL it is the PAXIL 40 mgs that stuff puts weight on u bad thats why i refused to take it...... i also have experienced side effects as well ... Show Full Comment

    Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
    10/24/2021 6:58:33 AM

    Reviewer: (Patient)

    Effectiveness

    Current Rating: 5

    Ease of Use

    Current Rating: 5

    Satisfaction

    Current Rating: 5

    Comment:
    Works for me.

    Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
    10/22/2021 9:12:12 PM

    Reviewer: (Patient)

    Effectiveness

    Current Rating: 5

    Ease of Use

    Current Rating: 5

    Satisfaction

    Current Rating: 5

    Comment:
    I will recommend this medication, no side effects

    Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
    5/24/2021 4:00:34 PM

    Reviewer: Adderall , 13-18 on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years

    Effectiveness

    Current Rating: 4

    Ease of Use

    Current Rating: 4

    Satisfaction

    Current Rating: 5

    Comment:
    I take 30 mg xr more than prescribed one at a time space them out 5 minute then took extra no overdose no addiction help or from athoritys

    Condition: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
    5/5/2021 12:25:09 PM

    Reviewer: Anonymous, 13-18 on Treatment for less than 1 month

    Effectiveness

    Current Rating: 4

    Ease of Use

    Current Rating: 5

    Satisfaction

    Current Rating: 4

    Comment:
    I am 15, I just got off of Methylphenidate (generic Concerta) because it didn't work as effectively as I wanted, I started Adderall a few days ago and I have been on task, more efficient and my moods have been more stable. I haven't had any side effects yet. I also have Bipolar type 2 Disorder so I take it with an anti psychotic. It has been going great. I recommend

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