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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
The same. The amount you pay for the drugs will depend on your health insurance plan. Some health insurance plans only cover the generic versions of the drugs. If you’re unsure, you can call your insurance provider to get your plan details.Ritalin and Adderall are usually available at most pharmacies. However, these drugs can have shortages, so they may not be available at all times. Call your pharmacy ahead of time to find out if your medication is available.Ritalin and Adderall can both interact with other drugs.Make sure you tell your doctor about all of the prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications, supplements, and herbs you’re taking. This way, your doctor can watch for drug interactions. Ritalin may interact with the following medications:certain anestheticsantidepressantsmedications for high blood pressurerisperidoneAdderall and Adderall XR may interact with the following medications:antidepressantsacidifying agentsalkalinizing agentsantihistaminesCYP2D6 inhibitors, which is a broad group of drugs that all target a specific enzyme, including: bupropion (Aplenzin, Forfivo XL, Wellbutrin SR, Wellbutrin XL)fluoxetine (Prozac)paroxetine (Paxil, Paxil CR, Pexeva)quinidineterbinafinemedications for high blood pressureproton pump inhibitorsMonoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), a group of antidepressants, are contraindicated with Ritalin, Adderall, and Adderall XR due to the risk of dangerously high blood pressure. People currently taking MAOIs should not use these medications.According to a 2013 review of studies spanning 40 years, stimulants are effective in treating 70% to 80% of children and adults with ADHD.The general recommendation is that if one of these drugs does not work for you, you can talk with your doctor about trying the other one.That being said, there are some minor differences between the two drugs, like how quickly and how long they work in your body. It’s important to work with your doctor to find the best drug for treating your ADHD.
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