Adderall XR Interactions Explained
Acetazolamide (Diamox)
Taking
Adderall XR and acetazolamide together can increase the amount of
Adderall XR in the blood, resulting in possible side effects. Your healthcare provider may need to decrease your dose of Adderall XR.
Ammonium Chloride
Taking Adderall XR and ammonium chloride together can decrease the amount of Adderall XR in the blood, perhaps making Adderall XR less effective. Your healthcare provider may need to increase your dose of Adderall XR.
Certain Antacids
Taking Adderall XR with very high doses of certain
antacids (such as calcium carbonate) can increase the amount of Adderall XR in the blood, resulting in possible side effects. This is probably not a problem with occasional use of antacids. Your healthcare provider may need to adjust your dose of these medications.
Certain Sleep Medications
Taking Adderall XR with certain sleep medications, such as diphenhydramine, can decrease the effectiveness of the sleep aid. Your healthcare provider may need to adjust your dose of these medications.
Chlorpromazine (Thorazine)
Taking Adderall XR and
chlorpromazine together can change the way the brain reacts to Adderall XR, making Adderall XR less effective. Your healthcare provider may need to adjust your dose of these medications.
Ethosuximide (Zarontin)
Taking Adderall XR and
ethosuximide together can cause ethosuximide to be absorbed in the body more slowly, perhaps making it less effective. Your healthcare provider may need to adjust your dose of these drugs.
Haloperidol (Haldol)
Taking Adderall XR and
haloperidol together can change the way the brain reacts to Adderall XR, making Adderall XR less effective. Your healthcare provider may need to adjust your dose of these drugs.