These effects are referred to collectively as Adderall tongue.
Learn more about its causes, symptoms, remedies, and prevention.
Adderall can be habit-forming6 and should not be taken unless prescribed by a healthcare provider.
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Do not take Adderall if you have:7
Always consult your healthcare provider before taking any medicine or supplement.
What Is Adderall Tongue?
Adderall tongue is not arecognized disorderbut a group of symptoms that some people taking Adderall have reported.
Each person seems to experience Adderall tongue differently and with varying severity.
Most descriptions of Adderall tongue are anecdotal; no studies have looked at this phenomenon specifically.
One is that you’re experiencing a common side effect of this medication.
The second is that you’re having an allergic reaction.
If you areexperiencing anaphylaxis, have someone call 911 or take you to the nearest emergency room.
The first course of action is to contact your healthcare provider.
It works by changing how neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin affect the brain.
Adderall is one of manyADHD medications.
Adderall can be habit-formingand should not be taken unless prescribed to you by a healthcare provider.
This medication should also be avoided by certain individuals.
This includes those who:
Frequently Asked Questions
People can experience Adderall tongue a little differently.
For some, its experienced more as a dry feeling on the tongue and in the mouth.
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