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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Adderall (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine) and Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) are two medications commonly prescribed as first-line treatments for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). They can help improve attention, focus, and impulse control. Despite their similarities, some notable differences between Dexedrine and Adderall are important to consider when choosing the most appropriate medication. This article will discuss the similarities and differences between Dexedrine and Adderall, including their formulations, dosages, duration of action, and potential side effects. Getty Images / fotostorm Adderall is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant that contains two medications in one: dextroamphetamine and amphetamine. It is used to help manage ADHD and narcolepsy. The way Adderall works is not fully understood. However, there is a theory that it improves attention and focus by increasing the activity of chemical messengers in the body called neurotransmitters. This is thought to include dopamine and norepinephrine. In doing this, Adderall increases the release of these neurotransmitters and blocks their reabsorption (reuptake) in the brain. This increases the amount of these chemicals that last. With the increased stimulation in the brain, these neurotransmitters can boost alertness, attention, and impulse control. What Is Dexedrine? Like Adderall, Dexedrine is also a CNS stimulant. However, it only contains dextroamphetamine. Similarly, Dexedrine is used to help manage ADHD and narcolepsy. It also works by increasing neurotransmitters such as dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain. The main difference between Dexedrine and Adderall is that Dexedrine is only approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat ADHD for children
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