{"id":60285,"date":"2023-09-08T17:25:15","date_gmt":"2023-09-08T21:25:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=60285"},"modified":"2024-10-25T10:32:01","modified_gmt":"2024-10-25T14:32:01","slug":"adderall-xr-alternatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/adderall-xr-alternatives\/","title":{"rendered":"Adderall XR (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine ER) alternatives: What can I take instead of Adderall XR?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Adderall XR<\/span> (<\/span>extended-release<\/span>) is a <\/span>brand-name<\/span> prescription medication<\/span> for <\/span>attention-deficit\/hyperactivity disorder<\/span><\/a> (ADHD). It is also available as a generic medicine called amphetamine-<\/span>dextroamphetamine<\/span> ER. <\/span>Adderall XR<\/span> contains a combination of <\/span>dextroamphetamine<\/span> and amphetamine salts and only needs to be taken once a day as it usually lasts between eight and 12 hours. <\/span>Adderall XR<\/span> is a <\/span>central nervous system<\/span> stimulant<\/span><\/a> (CNS) that increases the <\/span>neurotransmitters<\/span> dopamine<\/span> and <\/span>norepinephrine<\/span> levels in the brain. The increase in these <\/span>brain chemicals<\/span> leads to an improvement in focus and a reduction in impulsive behavior. <\/span>Stimulant drugs<\/span> can be beneficial for <\/span>treating ADHD<\/span>, as people often experience inattention, <\/span>impulsivity<\/span>, and restlessness symptoms. This medication is also available in an <\/span>immediate-release<\/span> form called <\/span>Adderall<\/span><\/a>, which can treat daytime sleepiness associated with <\/span>narcolepsy<\/span><\/a>. <\/span>Adderall XR<\/span> is available as capsules that can be swallowed whole or sprinkled on applesauce.<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/b>Considering an <\/b>ADHD medication<\/b>? Your guide to adult ADHD treatment<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

While an effective <\/span>treatment of ADHD<\/span> for some people, <\/span>Adderall XR<\/span><\/a> may not be the best and safest treatment for everyone managing ADHD. <\/span>Stimulants<\/span> like <\/span>Adderall<\/span> have a <\/span>boxed warning<\/span><\/a> for abuse potential and cardiovascular events such as strokes, heart attacks, and <\/span>heart rate<\/span> disorders. <\/span>Misuse of <\/span>Adderall XR<\/span><\/a> can increase the risk of overdose and other complications. People with <\/span>high blood pressure<\/span>, heart disease, or a history of drug abuse may need a different treatment plan.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some people prefer short-acting <\/span>stimulants<\/span> over <\/span>long-acting<\/span> ones, while others prefer certain <\/span>stimulant<\/span> formulations<\/span> like dissolvable tablets or oral liquids. Psychotherapies may be preferred for some people over medication or used in combination with medication treatment. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) or mindfulness meditation can help people treat self-management like time management or organization, and social or emotional self-regulation is important for maintaining <\/span>mental health<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/b> Adderall<\/b> side effects<\/b> and how to avoid them<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

What can I take in place of <\/span>Adderall XR<\/span>?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Other options are available for <\/span>treating ADHD<\/span> that do not improve with <\/span>Adderall XR<\/span>. These alternative <\/span>prescription medications<\/span> include different types of <\/span>stimulants<\/span> and <\/span>non-stimulants<\/span>. The <\/span>non-stimulant<\/span> alternatives include <\/span>norepinephrine<\/span> reuptake inhibitors and antidepressant medicines. These options may be more suitable for certain individuals due to their different uses, <\/span>side effect<\/span> profiles, dosages, and costs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Compare Adderall XR (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine ER) alternatives<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n

Drug name<\/b><\/td>\nUses<\/b><\/td>\nDosage<\/b><\/td>\nSavings options<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Adderall XR<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

(amphetamine and <\/span>dextroamphetamine<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n

ADHD<\/span><\/td>\nTake 10 to 20 mg by mouth once daily<\/span><\/td>\nAdderall XR<\/span> <\/span>coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Adzenys XR <\/span><\/p>\n

(amphetamine)<\/span><\/td>\n

ADHD<\/span><\/td>\nTake 12.5 mg by mouth once daily<\/span><\/td>\nAdzenys XR coupons<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Aptensio XR<\/span><\/p>\n

(<\/span>methylphenidate<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n

ADHD<\/span><\/td>\nTake 10 to 60 mg by mouth once daily<\/span><\/td>\nAptensio XR  <\/span>coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Azstarys (serdexmethylphenidate and dexmethylphenidate)<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/td>\nTake 39.2 mg\/7.8 mg to 52.3 mg\/10.4 mg by mouth once daily<\/span><\/td>\nAzstarys <\/span>coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Concerta<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

(<\/span>methylphenidate<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n

ADHD<\/span><\/td>\nTake 18 to 72 mg by mouth once daily<\/span><\/td>\nConcerta <\/span>coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Daytrana <\/span><\/p>\n

(<\/span>methylphenidate<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n

ADHD<\/span><\/td>\nApply one patch (10 to 30 mg) to skin once daily for 9 hours, then remove for 15 hours<\/span><\/td>\nDaytrana <\/span>coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dexedrine<\/span> (<\/span>dextroamphetamine<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n-ADHD<\/span><\/p>\n

–<\/span>Narcolepsy<\/span><\/td>\n

Take 5 to 60 mg by mouth once daily or in divided doses<\/span><\/td>\nDexedrine<\/span>  <\/span>coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dyanavel XR <\/span><\/p>\n

(amphetamine)<\/span><\/td>\n

ADHD<\/span><\/td>\nTake 2.5 to 20 mg by mouth once daily<\/span><\/td>\nDyanavel XR coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Focalin<\/span> XR (dexmethylphenidate)<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/td>\nTake 10 to 40 mg by mouth once daily<\/span><\/td>\nFocalin<\/span> XR <\/span>coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jornay PM<\/span><\/p>\n

(<\/span>methylphenidate<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n

ADHD<\/span><\/td>\nTake 20 to 100 mg by mouth once daily in the evening<\/span><\/td>\nJornay PM <\/span>coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Methylphenidate<\/span> ER<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/td>\nTake 20 to 60 mg by mouth once daily<\/span><\/td>\nMethylphenidate<\/span> ER <\/span>coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mydayis<\/span><\/p>\n

(amphetamine and <\/span>dextroamphetamine<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n

ADHD<\/span><\/td>\nTake 12.5 to 50 mg by mouth once daily<\/span><\/td>\nMydayis coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Quillivant ER<\/span><\/p>\n

(<\/span>methylphenidate<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n

ADHD<\/span><\/td>\nTake 20 to 60 mg by mouth once daily<\/span><\/td>\nQuillivant ER coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Ritalin<\/span> LA<\/span><\/p>\n

(<\/span>methylphenidate<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n

ADHD<\/span><\/td>\nTake 20 to 40 mg by mouth once daily<\/span><\/td>\nRitalin<\/span> LA <\/span>coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Vyvanse<\/span><\/p>\n

(<\/span>lisdexamfetamine<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n

-ADHD<\/span><\/p>\n

-Binge Eating Disorder<\/span><\/td>\n

Take 30 to 70 mg by mouth once daily<\/span><\/td>\nVyvanse <\/span>coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Xelstrym (<\/span>dextroamphetamine<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/td>\nApply one patch (9 to 18 mg) to the skin once daily for 9 hours, then remove for 15  hours<\/span><\/td>\nXelstrym <\/span>coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Other alternatives to <\/span>Adderall XR<\/span><\/h3>\n

Other alternatives to <\/span>treat ADHD<\/span> include short- or immediate-acting <\/span>stimulants<\/span> that need to be taken more than once a day. For people seeking alternatives to <\/span>stimulants<\/span>, other <\/span>prescription medications<\/span> can be used for ADHD:<\/span><\/p>\n

Stimulants<\/b>:<\/b><\/p>\n