Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is also known as neurodevelopmental disorder. It’s most often diagnosed in childhood or adults. In the United States, children below the age of 17 years have been found with ADHD problems. There are two drugs, Evekeo and Adderall, which are commonly used for treating ADHD and narcolepsy conditions in adults and children. But both medicines are not alternatives to anyone. This article, ‘Evekeo Vs Adderall’ will make on this. Let’s start the article;
What is Adderall?
Adderall is a medication that is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults or children. Adderall is a branded name for the combination of dextroamphetamine and amphetamine which are generic drugs.
Both of these are CNS stimulants and affect the chemicals in the brain and nerves that lead to hyperactivity and impulse control. Adderall drug is also used to treat the problem of narcolepsy in children and adults.
Adderall is a prescription-only drug, and it is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is also categorized as a Schedule II drug by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).
Forms, Dosage & Uses Of Adderall & Evekeo:
Read the following to in which form Adderall, and Evekeo are available, and what are the use of both medicines:
Adderall Forms, Dose, And Usages:
Adderall is available in two forms, Immediate-release (IR) tablet and extended-release (ER) capsule. The Immediate release tablet is available in the dose of Adderall 5mg, 7.5 mg, 10mg, 12.5 mg, 15 mg, 20mg, and 30 mg. And the extended-release capsules are available in the dosages XR 5mg, XR 10mg, XR 15mg, XR 20mg, XR 25mg, and XR 30mg.
Adderall for ADHD patients
Adults and children of ages between 6 and 17 years are suggested by a doctor to start with 5 mg tablet, once or twice in a day.
The initial dose is 2.5 mg, once or twice a day, for children of age 3 to 5 years.
Adderall XR for ADHD Children And Adults:
- Children aged between 6 and 12 years: 5 mg or 10 mg per day
- Children aged from 13 to 17 years: 10 mg every day
- Adults 18 years and above 20 mg every day
Use Of Adderall for Narcolepsy Patients
- For adults and children aged 12 years and above, the starting dose is 10 mg once per day.
- For children aged 6 to 11 years, the initial dose is 5 mg every day.
Adderall XR for Narcolepsy Individual
- Children aged between 6 and 11 years are advised an initial dose of 5 mg once a day.
- Individuals above 12 years of age are administered 10 mg of Adderall XR regularly.
Evekeo Forms, Dose, And Usages:
Evekeo medication is only available in tablet form with the Evekeao 5mg, and 10 mg doses.
Use Of Evekeo For Narcolepsy Patients
The usual dose of 5 mg to 60 mg is recommended. A doctor can change the dosage strength, depending on the patient’s severity of the pain, age, and other health-related factors.
- Children aged 6 to 12 years:- A single dose of 5 mg per day is advised.
- Children age 12 years and older:- The starting dose of 10 mg per day.
Evekeao Dosages for ADHD
- Children aged between 3 and 6 years:- The starting dose of 2.5 mg per day.
- Children aged 6 years and older:- A dose of 5 mg once or twice a day is recommended by a healthcare expert. For a second dose, there will always be an interval of 4 to 6 hours.
For Obese Patients
The maximum dose of 30 mg is administered. Patients should consume the dose before one hour of the meal. Children below 12 years are not recommended to take this dose.
Side Effects of Evekeo and Adderall Drug
Most of the time, side effects may occur due to overdose or interaction of these drugs with other medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements. You should immediately contact your doctor before side effects get worse.
- Common Side Effects: Mood changes, Dizziness, Loss of appetite, Nervousness, Weight loss, Stomach pain, Dry mouth, Itching, Insomnia, Restlessness, Nausea, Agitation, Headache
- Serious Side Effects: Muscle twitches, Seizures, Hallucination, Change in skin color, Allergic reactions, Numbness, Anxiety, Feeling light-headed, Aggressiveness, Vision problems, Loss of coordination, Chest pain, Increased blood pressure
Precautions
- Use of these medications is strictly prohibited if the patient has used an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days.
- An overdose of these medications could be fatal.
- These medications are prescription-only drugs, so you should get prescribed by your health care experts.
- Both drugs are habit-forming and people should never share these medicines with other people, especially with those who have a history of drug abuse or addiction.
- Patients should never crush, chew or break the medicines. They should swallow it whole.
- Drugs are always stored at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
- People who are taking these drugs should avoid the consumption of alcohol because they may feel dizzy and drowsy.