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Does Adderall Cause Hallucinations?

I HAVE AN ELEVEN YEAR OLD DAUGHTER...........PRESCIBED 10MG OF ADDERALL...............ARE SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS DRUG COMMONLY HALLUCINATIONS..........SEEING, HEARING, FEELING IMAGINARY EVENTS, PEOPLE ETC.....................IS THIS A PSCHOTROHIC DRUG.................SHE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH ADHD
Thu, 1 Feb 2018
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Psychiatrist 's  Response
Hello

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I can certainly understand your concern

Yes indeed this is a psychotropic drug. This can cause all the side effects which you mentioned in your child.Its advisable to adjust the dosage to minimise the side effects. This is one of the effective drug for ADHD.
Post your further queries if any
Thank you
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Psychiatrist Dr. Soujanya's  Response
Hi,
It is a stimulant medication, but very less possibility of hallucinations
You can consult your doctor to alter the dose to prevent those effects
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Does Adderall Cause Hallucinations?

Hello Welcome to HealthCare Magic I can certainly understand your concern Yes indeed this is a psychotropic drug. This can cause all the side effects which you mentioned in your child.Its advisable to adjust the dosage to minimise the side effects. This is one of the effective drug for ADHD. Post your further queries if any Thank you