Amphetamine salt combo (Adderall) is a moderately priced drug used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy (uncontrollable desire for sleep or sudden attacks of deep sleep). Amphetamine salts are available in generic and brand versions.

What exactly is dextroamphetamine and amphetamine?
Central nervous system stimulants such as amphetamine and dextroamphetamine alter brain and nerve molecules that are involved in hyperactivity and impulse control.

A combination medication consisting of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine is used to treat ADHD and narcolepsy.

Side effects of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine
If you have any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, get emergency medical attention.

Both dextroamphetamine and amphetamine might have harmful side effects. Make a quick call to your doctor if you have:

symptoms of cardiac problems, such as breathing difficulties, chest pain, or a feeling of impending faintness;

symptoms of psychosis: new behavioral issues, aggressiveness, hostility, paranoia, and hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not real);

numbness, soreness, cold feeling, unexplained sores, or changes in skin color (pale, red, or blue appearance) in your fingers or toes are indicators of circulation issues;

a convulsion, or seizure);

tics (muscle twitches); or

alterations to your vision.

dry mouth.