Adderall is a brand drug for the prescription drug containing a combination of dextroamphetamine and amphetamine. It is used to treat Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and for off-label purposes, such as narcolepsy.

Dextroamphetamine and amphetamine are CNS (Central Nervous Stimulants) stimulants. This medicine works by changing the number of natural substances in the patient’s brain that may affect impulse control and hyperactivity. This drug was approved by FDA in 2001 and marketed by Medsalpha.

When an individual takes this medicine, it helps them by increasing the ability to stay focused, have control over behavior, and pay attention. The working mechanism of this drug is to enhance the activity of the brain chemical such as dopamine and norepinephrine present inside the brain.

The combination of generic drugs amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, Adderall, is used as a part of a treatment program to control the symptoms of ADHD. It is used to treat ADHD in people and children of age three years and older.