Could I Need A Higher Dose Adderall Or Should I Try A Different Medication?

Posted on Sun, 14 Mar 2021

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Question : Hello I’m 31 female and I’ve been on adderall since I was 16 for ADHD and the same mg since I was 23 it works pretty well for me but not long at all anymore could I need a higher dose or should i try a different medication? Please help

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You may need a higher dosage.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I believe you have developed tolerance to adderall.
You may need to increase adderall dosage.
Talk to your doctor in order to receive a higher dosage of addarall.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks.

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