What Causes Profuse Sweating After Taking Adderall?

Posted on Wed, 21 Jun 2017

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Question : I take adderall and it makes me sweat profusely. Is there anything I could take that is similar that won't make me sweat? I have ADHD.

Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (9 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.

Strattera is a non-stimulant medication that is used to treat ADHD. As it does not activate the sympathetic nervous system like Adderall does, I would not expect it to cause sweating. It is likely to help symptoms of ADHD which is great. I recommend talking to your doctor about trying this medication instead.

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Follow up: Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (25 minutes later)

I have used Strattera before and it made me feel like a zombie. Didn't like it all. Adderall works well for me the sweating is just unmanageable.

Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (17 hours later)

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Detailed Answer:
Another alternative is guanfacine. This is sometimes useful for ADHD and is not a stimulant so does not cause sweating.

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