Can adderall cause vomiting?
I started taking Adderall a few weeks ago, and I've noticed I'm feeling sick to my stomach and occasionally vomiting. Could Adderall be causing me to throw up, or is it likely something else?
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6 months ago
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Oh dear, vomiting is so exhausting and always makes me panic that something is seriously wrong inside. Yes, Adderall can irritate the stomach lining or affect your brain's vomiting center. Please stay hydrated with electral/ORS and talk to your doctor if you can't keep anything down.
7 months ago
Be very careful if you are vomiting repeatedly on this medication. I had severe dehydration and electrolyte imbalance when I reacted badly to a stimulant dose. If you can't stop vomiting or feel very weak and dizzy, you must see a doctor immediately.
9 months ago
Vomiting will completely ruin your productivity and focus for the day. If this is happening, it means the current dose or timing is not working for your system. Take a day off from work if needed and get your doctor to adjust the prescription or give you an anti-emetic.
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6 months ago
As someone managing high BP, I know that sudden nausea and vomiting can sometimes be linked to a rapid spike in blood pressure from stimulants. Please check your BP at home if you have a monitor, and report this symptom to your doctor as soon as possible.
9 months ago
I know how miserable and lonely it feels to be crying over the toilet bowl because of a medicine that is supposed to help you. It is incredibly frustrating when physical side effects disrupt your mental health journey. Please don't force yourself to endure this, speak to your doctor.
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9 months ago
Yes, vomiting is a known side effect of Adderall, especially if taken on an empty stomach. Make sure to consult your physician.
8 months ago
When I faced gastrointestinal issues with my ADHD treatment, I went straight to my doctor at Apollo. They explained that stimulants can disrupt gut motility, and they changed my dosage timing. Do not guess online, just ask your consulting doctor clearly.