Dexedrine (Cont.)

Effects of Dexedrine

In clinical studies, Dexedrine has been shown to have a calming effect on children and teenagers with ADHD. Dexedrine helps them to focus and sit still. It also helps them to pay better attention and to improve their behavior. Dexedrine has also been shown to have awakening effects for people with narcolepsy.
 

When and How to Take Dexedrine

Some general considerations for when and how to take Dexedrine include the following:
 
  • Take Dexedrine tablets by mouth. Usually, you take them two or three times daily. Take the first dose of each day first thing in the morning. Take the next doses four to six hours apart.
     
  • Dexedrine Spansules should be taken once a day in the morning. Because Spansules are designed to dissolve slowly over time, they should not be crushed or chewed. It is important to swallow Dexedrine Spansules whole.
     
  • You may take Dexedrine with or without food. If Dexedrine bothers your stomach, try taking it with food.
     
  • For Dexedrine to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. Dexedrine will not work if you stop taking it.
     

Dexedrine Dosing

The dose of Dexedrine recommended by your healthcare provider will vary depending on a number of factors, including:
 
  • The condition being treated (ADHD or narcolepsy)
  • Your age
  • Other medical conditions you may have
  • Other medications you may be taking.
     
As is always the case, do not adjust your dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
 
(Click Dexedrine Dosage for more information about dosing guidelines for Dexedrine.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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