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And a decrease in appetite leading to weight loss. Adderall may also cause diarrhea, dry mouth, fever, headache, irritability, nausea and vomiting. Subjective, anecdotal reports have suggested that Focalin may have a cleaner effect than Adderall and produce less jitters. Side effects of both drugs are more likely at higher dosages.Potential For AbuseBoth Focalin and Adderall are habit-forming and have a high potential for abuse and are classified as “Schedule II” controlled-substances. It is not uncommon for people who have taken either Focalin or Adderall for extended periods of time to become psychologically dependent on them. Tolerance may also develop - this when an increasing dose is needed in order to achieve the same reduction in symptoms. Both can lead to withdrawal symptoms on discontinuation. Studies have not directly compared the two drugs for abuse or dependence potential; however, it is likely to be similar and high. Adderall tends to be more popular than Focalin among college students who misuse the drug for studying, passing tests, and even weight loss (see Adderall for Study: Does it Really Make You Smarter?)Comparative EffectivenessStudies have shown that Focalin and Adderall are both more effective in ADHD than a placebo (pretend) tablet but there have been few trials directly comparing the two drugs. Those that do suggest that Focalin and Adderall are nearly identical in terms of potency (meaning 5mg Focalin IR is approximately equivalent to 5mg Adderall IR and 10mg of Focalin XR approximately equals 10mg Adderall XR). However, not everybody responds equally to either Focalin or Adderall. In one study involving 56 children, 14.3% only responded to dexmethylphenidate XR (Focalin XR) and 12.5% only responded to mixed amphetamine salts XR (Adderall XR). This means that if one treatment is ineffective or intolerable it is appropriate to try another before giving up on stimulant treatment. Behavioral therapy is still recommended as the first treatment to try before medication in young children with ADHD.Focalin and Adderall appear equally effective for ADHD and have a similar potency on a mg per mg basis. Side effects are similar. Studies have shown that individual responses to ADHD medications varies, and up to 15% of people have a response to one drug but not to another. Therefore it is worthwhile trying a different type of ADHD medication if one treatment is found to be ineffective.Related questionsHow long does Adderall stay in your system (urine drug test)?Adderall vs Vyvanse - What's the difference between them?How long does Adderall last in your system? ReferencesAdderall (dextroamphetamine saccharate, amphetamine aspartate, dextroamphetamine sulfate, and amphetamine sulfate) [package insert]. Revised 12/2015. Teva Select Brands. https://www.drugs.com/pro/adderall.htmlFocalin (dexmethylphenidate) [Package Insert] Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. Revised 06/2015. https://www.drugs.com/pro/focalin-xr.htmlWeiss M, Wasdell M, Patin J et al. A post hoc
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