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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My ADHD/ASD/low processor has been on Adderall for a few years now. It's the only med that works, and it's banned in many countries because it is considered a dangerous drug because of its mixed amphetamine salt combo.

Adderall is the only medication that works for him, and only if he uses it sparingly. He can't take 20mg (his optimal focus dose) every day, otherwise after prolonged use for months, it doesn't work anymore. He takes 10mg extended release daily, and 20mg during exams or finals. When he needs a short span of focus, such as driving for errands, he takes 5mg immediate release.

Every ADHD stimulant has decreased his appetite, which is problematic for him because he is underweight and on a weight-gaining diet. That's another reason not to use meds at their optimal dosage.

And of course, no medication can correct the socio-emotional communication issues that autism causes.

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I just want to say to this poster that we are in this exact same situation. My DS is sooo skinny! The Adderall works well and does curb some of his social "avoidance ". We are new to the med though so thanks for the tip on prolonged use making it ineffective! like the idea of a low dose for driving etc[/quote]

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