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Can One Switch From Adderall To IV Solutions To Deal With Anxiety And Depression?

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Posted on Fri, 9 Apr 2021
Question: Best way to get off prescribed adderral.are there any drugs or supplements that help.i have tried taper but don’t seem to have any success.I take 2- 20mg a day but get anxiety and depression when attempting to stop.would iv solution help.thanks
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Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (4 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Consultation

Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.

There is no reason to taper Adderall. You can simply stop it. There is no known withdrawal syndrome. Anxiety and depression are coincidental and merit additional independent treatment. No, there is no IV formulation of Adderall.

Dr. Sheppe
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Follow up: Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (22 minutes later)
Why do I get depression and anxiety when I try to quit. I take it as prescribed but it is causing irregular heartbeat and rapid pulse
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Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (11 hours later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
As I said, it is most likely not related directly to the medication, but is primary coincidental anxiety. It is important to seek treatment for anxiety, which consists of weekly psychotherapy and an SSRI medication like Lexapro.

Dr. Sheppe
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Can One Switch From Adderall To IV Solutions To Deal With Anxiety And Depression?

Brief Answer: Consultation Detailed Answer: Hello, and thanks for your question. There is no reason to taper Adderall. You can simply stop it. There is no known withdrawal syndrome. Anxiety and depression are coincidental and merit additional independent treatment. No, there is no IV formulation of Adderall. Dr. Sheppe