Mydayis vs. Adderall

Mydayis (mixed salts of a single-entity amphetamine product) and Adderall (amphetamine and dextroamphetamine salts) are central nervous system (CNS) stimulants used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Adderall is also used to treat narcolepsy.

Side effects of Mydayis and Adderall that are similar include insomnia, decreased appetite, weight loss, irritability, nausea, dry mouth, increased heart rate, anxiety, diarrhea, and palpitations.

Side effects of Mydayis that are different from Adderall include feeling jittery, tooth grinding, depression, menstrual pain or cramping, and erectile dysfunction.

Side effects of that are different from Mydayis include nervousness, restlessness, excitability, agitation, dizziness, headache, fear, tremor, weakness, blurred vision, unpleasant taste in the mouth, constipation, stomach pain, vomiting, fever, hair loss, loss of interest in sex, difficulty having an orgasm, and increased blood pressure.

Both Mydayis and Adderall may interact with antidepressants, lithium, and stomach acid reducers.

Mydayis may also interact with acidifying or alkalinizing agents (GI and urinary), monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), triptans, fentanyl, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, St. John's wort, quinidine, and ritonavir.

Adderall may also interact with heart or blood pressure medications, diuretics (water pills), cold or allergy medicines (antihistamines), acetazolamide, chlorpromazine, ethosuximide, haloperidol, meperidine, methenamine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, reserpine, ammonium chloride, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), potassium phosphate, and potassium citrate.

Withdrawal symptoms may occur if you suddenly stop taking Mydayis.

Common side effects of Mydayis include:

• insomnia,
• decreased appetite,
• decreased weight,
• irritability,
• nausea,
• dry mouth,
• increased heart rate,
• anxiety,
• feeling jittery,
• tooth grinding,
• depression,
• diarrhea,
• palpitations,
• menstrual pain or cramping, and
• erectile dysfunciton.

Central nervous system stimulants, including Mydayis, have a high potential for abuse and dependence.

Common side effects of Adderall include:

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

• fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeats;
• pain or burning when you urinate;
• talking more than usual, feelings of extreme happiness or sadness;
• tremors, hallucinations, unusual behavior, or motor tics (muscle twitches); or
• dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, confusion, chest pain, shortness of breath, uneven heartbeats, seizure).

Less serious side effects may include:

• headache, weakness, dizziness, blurred vision;
• feeling restless, irritable, or agitated,
• sleep problems (insomnia);
• dry mouth or an unpleasant taste in your mouth;
• diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting;
• fever;
• hair loss, loss of appetite, weight loss; or
• loss of interest in sex, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Mydayis (mixed salts of a single-entity amphetamine product) extended-release capsules are a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in patients 13 years and older.

Adderall is a central nervous system stimulant prescription medicine. It is used for the treatment of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Adderall may help increase attention and decrease impulsiveness and hyperactivity in patients with ADHD.

Adderall should be used as a part of a total treatment program for ADHD that may include counseling or other therapies.

Adderall is also used in the treatment of a sleep disorder called narcolepsy.

Adderall is a federally controlled substance (CII) because it can be abused or lead to dependence. Keep Adderall in a safe place to prevent misuse and abuse. Selling or giving away Adderall may harm others, and is against the law.

Mydayis may interact with acidifying or alkalinizing agents (GI and urinary), monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), triptans, antidepressants, fentanyl, lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, St. John's wort, quinidine, ritonavir, omeprazole, esomeprazole, pantoprazole, and cimetidine. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use.

Tell your doctor about all of the medicines that you or your child take including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

Adderall and some medicines may interact with each other and cause serious side effects. Sometimes the doses of other medicines will need to be adjusted while taking Adderall.

Your doctor will decide whether Adderall can be taken with other medicines.

Especially tell your doctor if you or your child take:

• anti-depression medicines including MAOIs
• blood pressure medicines
• seizure medicines
• blood thinner medicines
• cold or allergy medicines that contain decongestants
• stomach acid medicines

Know the medicines that you or your child take. Keep a list of your medicines with you to show your doctor and pharmacist.

Do not start any new medicine while taking Adderall without talking to your doctor first.

The recommended starting dose of Mydayis for adults and children 13 to 17 years is 12.5 mg.

• Take Adderall exactly as prescribed. Your doctor may adjust the dose until it is right for you or your child.
• Adderall tablets are usually taken two to three times a day. The first dose is usually taken when you first wake in the morning. One or two more doses may be taken during the day, 4 to 6 hours apart.
• Adderall can be taken with or without food.
• From time to time, your doctor may stop Adderall treatment for a while to check ADHD symptoms.
• Your doctor may do regular checks of the blood, heart, and blood pressure while taking Adderall. Children should have their height and weight checked often while taking Adderall. Adderall treatment may be stopped if a problem is found during these check-ups.
• If you or your child take too much Adderall or overdoses, call your doctor or poison control center right away, or get emergency treatment.