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HomeQ & AQuestionsAdderall XR - Has anyone had... Question posted by Tina8868 on 12 Sep 2023 Last updated on 13 September 2023 by Ingin34 Hi I just turned 55 and been taking Adderall xr 30mg, then down to 20mg xr, because I noticed my heart would just be pounding really fast at night. So it then caused me to have major anxiety. I swear if it's not one thing it's another so I ended up going from 30 to 20mg but now my depression is worse. Does or has anyone had any issues like this. My heart was checked 3 yrs ago and all good. Cardiologist never said Adderall is not good for you maybe ask for different anti depression drug again. Now they are warning everyone about heart palpitations, chest pain, high blood pressure stop!! I'm like so stressed. I appreciate any feedback. I’ve experienced increased heart rate before. It’s definitely a common side effect. Adderall is a central nervous system stimulent so increased heart rate is a common side effect. Chest pain is certainly alarming, and if you’re still having chest pain you should call your doctor ASAP. New and worsening mental systems (like anxiety and depression) are also major and you’re supposed to tell your doctor about these ASAP, too. Especially if you already have anxiety - it’s not even recommended that you take Adderall if you already have anxiety. I’ve been taking Adderall XR for over 10 years for moderate to severe ADHD, and have tried many others with my Psychiatrist. I’ve taken both 20mg and 30mg. Both the dosage, and the kind of stimulant you take, matter. Adderall is mixed Amphetamine salts - as opposed to Dextroamphetamine, which is only one amphetamine salt. I’ve taken Dextroamphetamine before, for over a year, and it is much different - a bit more mild on physical side effects, and the effects of medication general (felt less harsh, less of a jolt, for lack of a better description). Having your heart checked three years ago is good, but your doctor should check your heart and blood pressure before you start Adderall (according to the literature). And Adderall, generally, is not bad for you if you’re a candidate for its use. But like all medications (and even vitamins and some foods) it can be bad for you. Everyone’s body and genes are different. So talk with your doctor about it
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