I flourished on Vyvanse. I’m 58 yrs old. I’m a college student still on my parent’s plan and am a dependent. Contacted (called/emailed) Novartis, several times about it asking if formula had changed or had their BRAND been reformulated and was told no, but that’s BS! She had said that it can be expensive if not covered but gave me a free monthly prescription card thing to use. Your reactions could be impaired. Actavis can’t even tell I took anything. GOOD LUCK WITH GENETIC AND INSURANCE CO. This medicine is a drug of abuse. I have been on brand name and recently because of insurance had to go to generic. I had about a month supply of coropharma IR from 2015 in the back of my closet. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here. Caffeine with L-theanine might be something OTC you can try. I went to a pharmacy that I know carries Core Pharm for their adderall. I find that you can’t rely on big pharmacies to stay consistent, so I now only use smaller Ma and Pa type pharmacies that are willing to listen and carry things that work. I filled the same kind of rx, but the generic manufacturer was different. I don’t feel it’s anyone’s business, but the wrong medication and or not able to find the right medication is presenting a huge problem for me! The only question they may ask is if you’ve been a customer before (and your answer to that question has no effect on the way they help you out). And then I stumbled upon this forum just now! It’s very difficult if you fill a worthless rx. I know we are all different and that goes for medication. Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed. I don’t know. No thanks! The reason pharmacies ask if you’re a previous customer it that users of controlled substances are supposed to use one pharmacy only. Drug information contained herein may be time sensitive. And I’m getting married in 2 weeks! Sleep trouble with Adderall IR, but not XR? WAS The best Trust me RUSTWAS NOiT wAS GOOD AS THE TEVA TOOK 2 YEARS AGO BUT IT WAS UP THERE. Then on one call to them, the person answering acted as though I was asking for government secrets. You shouldn’t be paying for your ADHD meds (especially generic) out of pocket. The amphetamine-class of ADHD medications includes Adderall (75% dextroamphetamine salts and 25% levoamphetamine salts), Dextroamphetamine, and Vyvanse … I also had similar problems with almost all the generics; however in my special case, the brand name works the best for me. Lower Cost Alternative See Alternative Prescriptions There may be other prescriptions in the same class (that work in the same way) that could treat your condition just as well at a much lower cost. Does anyone have any feedback to provide about Prasco? These generics are nothing like the originals. Why is there such a huge difference??!! Now there’s another new generic approved and I hear it’s even worse than the ones originally changed. I will update when my body learns more about it! After a full month on Adderall (generic), my confidence was creeping up and i was feeling very productive. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Today, I had to fill my prescription and they provided Manufacturer: Prasco. Boy, can I relate to that. Call your doctor right away if you have: signs of heart problems--chest pain, feeling light-headed or short of breath; signs of psychosis--paranoia, aggression, new behavior problems, seeing or hearing things that are not real; signs of circulation problems--unexplained wounds on your fingers or toes. Prior authorization, basically ur doctor says why u can’t take generic. I capitalized Manufacturer b/c this is the word you should always use when you’re calling the pharmacies. Doesn’t Teva’s patent for Adderall end in 2020 anyway??? Sometimes pharmacies that are relatively Independent (i.e. He has sleep apnea and was probably a slight form narcolepsy he is prescribed it for so he can work and function IT CAN ALL BE DONE OVER THE PHONE, AND THEY ARE ALL VERY NORMAL REQUESTS THAT PHARMACISTS ARE ASKED ALL THE TIME!! It’s drug seeking type of behavior to do that. Did well. Of course, what is more “elegant” (that’s a pharmacy term for ‘effectiveness) for one person may not be for another. Became anxious, forgetful, and depressed. 2 weeks ago when my pharmacy gave me my new prescription they noted it was from a new manufacturer called Northstar. How is this even legal? It has also helped my memory and time management throughout my work day and free time with my family. I feel like it was stronger & more effective than the Prasco is. mike1523, OMG, I have been on Adderall IR 2 years ago teva and on other brand and it was incredible strong effective. The Teva works a little, the Malikot makes me feel like I’m strung out on coke, and this month I try the NorthStar. Otherwise known as “smart drugs” in some circles, these meds are typically amphetamines or methylphenidate. A double dose so close together should have had an obvious effect, and there was nothing. DO NOT WORRY! I’m a nurse and I seriously doubt these “are just different binders”, this feels like a completely different drug. I was living in a fool’s paradise for a long time, believing that generics were reliably the same as the ‘name brands’. Then due to insurance change about 4 days ago went with 20mg (cheaper) and split them, but the new ones are Northstar. My stomach is killing me and I want to eat constantly which seems crazy to me. From that I didn’t know if all were in the same boat. So depressing…, Curious… Does CVS honor a prescription written with a specific manufacturer? On a side not I did try a 40mg dose of Vyvance from a friend and liked the balanced feel over about 8 hours. I recently graduated from college and I’m still trying to find a full-time job and it’s been difficult having to pay almost $700 a month for my prescription. Obviously what I was searching for was 1. quality and 2. effectiveness. On my prescription for adderall. thats another option instead of mystery puke generic brands. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Every time I fill my script I get a different brand of 15mg adderall. I take 20mg 2x daily. I had United Healthcare & they covered even name brand. I started to experience depression and frustration. Maybe the government would allow more to be manufactured and then ordered by pharmacies? SO MY APARTMENT IS A DISORGANISED MESS. I’ve been on the Teva for 30 days and I’m useless and sick. The next month was rocky. Hi there. I have never really been an unhealthy person but within the last 2 years I have felt awful, like convinced I was dying awful. Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Well getting to the point, Shire discontinued the coupon at the end of 2018 fast forward to 2019 Shire did offer a new coupon which provides for $60 per month towards the cost of Mydayis, which brings the out of pocket costs to approximately $221. The texture, color (both are blue, but newer one has far larger whiteish specs that are distributed differently through the pill, and the blue is “deeper” or “richer” in the old pill), they break differently, and most notably taste very differently. The chemical structure is: It may be a good time to experiment to see if other medications can provide some relief. Last year the brand name Adderall was a “covered medication” so I didn’t have a co-pay. There is a ADHD forum somewhere on the internet that has an entry by a biochemist who takes adderall. My doctor thought that it would only cost roughly 20 dollars a month due to my insurance being covered by my hospital. All of the stuff I have told you to do should never put your job/living in any kind of jeopardy! Maybe you can ask your doctor to write you a prescription for vyvanse or some other medication that possibly can treat your add in the meantime. Sometimes these drugs can give you side effects if they do not purify for the specific type of molecular structure that is desired. Now I have to call and say there’s a problem with. home I have always been the kid that aced exams, and even took the lead during group projects (probably because of my need for everything to be done the way I want it to be done; Someone please tell me you do the same), but I always struggled with doing classwork, and homework because I felt as if it was boring, and I’d rather stare at a wall, read a book, or draw. With Vyvanse, you may need to do a cost/benefit analysis because of its price. I did some research, and it looks like I received the generic version from a newer manufacturer named zydus. A quick google search & THIS is why SANDOZ is considered better by everyone. The kicker is I have insurance however Mydayis is not on my formulary so end result is it is not covered and if I want it I am paying cash. Poor thing was miserable. Then you have to find a pharmacy that not only has it in stock, but has a brand you can use. Anyone only use meds on days when you need better attention? I had Mallinchrodt last month which was actually comparable to Sandoz for me. Pharmacists have been required to be more suspicious in their jobs, and I have never once had a pharmacist act like the questions/requests that I mentioned were anything other than normal / completely relevant. I hate calling the new doctor bc I’ve only seen him one time and the first time he gave me a scri[t for Strattera and I called and said I didn’t care for it and would like to get back on the Adderral. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. the , . My guy of 5 years. So far this is what I’ve learned about adderall brands. are more quick to work with you on topics like this b/c they value customers’ experiences more, and they want to keep up a solid reputation/reviews. I am very fortunate. I have felt horrible. This is the first time I have been given the Sandoz generics. 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Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine are central nervous system stimulants that affect chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. As for pharmacy phone manners, calling the same pharmacy can have opposite results, depending on who answers that call. I should also add- when filling the XR, I was asked on two separate occasions by different pharmacy people, “is the generic okay”.. And TBH. It took so look to find the generics of all my meds that I could tolerate. I am working for a company that is contracted out by the state. A few weeks later ten children under five years old died from heart attacks. They were so helpful & I encourage ALL of you to do the same as the manufacturer has a responsibility to report adverse reactions to the Drug administration &FDA. One Chinese company had created a generic form of ADHD medication and put it on the market. I had a coupon the first month, so the prescription was free. Usually take frequent breaks from the meds. He almost fell asleep driving. I cannot function at my job like this. And why does every pharmacy want to carry the brand? What is amphetamine and dextroamphetamine (Adderall, Adderall XR, Mydayis)? I am fortunate in that area. When calling, you NEVER have to say your name, and they will never really ask your name to begin with. I’ve taken other drugs, various dosages, multiple extended med breaks and it should feel like a shiny new car when I restart, but no. It works much better for me then the adderall & seems to be almost gentler on my system then the adderall. Your pharmacist can provide more information about amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. I have not had a chance to see my Dr to discuss this with her yet but I pray there is no one else out there that has been experiencing what I have been going through. Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. And you can also add this if you feel it’s necessary: “I am more than happy to pay a couple dollars extra for them, as long as it is not a drastic increase, b/c being comfortable w/ my medication is worth a couple extra dollars to me. SO….on paper—–it seems they’re SUPPOSED to be equivolent to TEVA/Shire in it’s strength/potency. You’re so smart, and could accomplish so much if you tried!” Thing is I always tried. Some generics are not identical. I too just filled an RX from Northstar and I’m only on day 2 and it is a NIGHTMARE. Prices start at $20.34 I do not recommend whatsoever, unless you like anxiety, mood swings, nausea, etc. Did they acquire another brand/manufacturer? It should be a law that lot numbers are printed on these medications! It made me wonder about generic drugs. I have the worst headache behind my head, my chest feels like there a mach truck sitting on it, my face feels like its on fire like a fever and I have no energy or focus. I have not tried the others for fear they don’t work and then be screwed for a month wasting g money. However, in the case that you do not, there is another extremely simple (and normal) request you can make to a pharmacy that has decent customer service. Copyright © 2021 by RxList Inc. RxList does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. I am a poor college kid, and my mom who is an RN is on medical leave for a cervical spine injury, so I could not front the money. I do not think for whatever reason, they work as well for me, so I am going to see if CVS can get the Teva. The biggest frustration has been the inconsistency of the generics. What other drugs will affect amphetamine and dextroamphetamine (Adderall, Adderall XR, Mydayis)? And trust me, pharmacists do not consider it to be drug-seeking behavior whatsoever! Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. How should I take amphetamine and dextroamphetamine (Adderall, Adderall XR, Mydayis)? It’s strange to call TEVA the ‘brand name’ adderall. It could mar my reputation Companies with grand name medications stand by their product and back it by their reputable name when they know that it is the perfect form and only consists of molecules with the EXACT structure they are looking to create. My primary doctor retired in June and I thought I’d stop taking it bc I was on it so long but the struggle is real so i finally found a new primary and got my adderall back. It definitely changed or was a bad batch. Stuff is garbage. Prescription Adderall and its commonly poor prescribing is the topic here—not how to illegally obtain and abuse illegally obtained prescription Adderall. Sandoz has been best for me but hard to get. Okay – end of ranting. Well, I now know that was due to my family reaching their deductible. Can BRAND medication be changed to a different formula, the complete opposite of what suppose to be what is considered BRAND? In the third week I’ll increase to 54mg. In NJ they must get an extra course called how to be as ass to customers because they could give 2 craps around here Any feedback from the group would be most appreciated. I felt like it was poison. I take it without any side effects, although I took auribindo generic and got really sick from it. If you removed either, you have, in this case, a different medication. goodrx.com – major discounts, I’ve found it it way often beats the insurance prices! I was on Teva 10mg, 4 a day, sublingual (the only way I can take it with any predictability and best bio-availability), for 30 days. I know it’s not fun at all!! I can’t see everything as I write and it won’t let me fix it. I kept the old script… maybe my doc can test it. It was suggested that I switch to Adderall last year. When I found them I actually had a sort of deja vu moment, where the look, taste, etc reminded me of how I had always remembered the meds-the newer ones seemed foreign. Companies that put their names on the product and swear by them have purified the medication, taking out all of the enantiomers. I am new to Adderall. Years ago my father said there a differences between the generic vs brand for the very same reason . Obviously, change the medication name and mg amount from my example to what you’re desiring. I went back to my doctor and had him write a new script for Teva The psychiatrist began writing on his prescriptions “generic okay; Barr/TEVA ONLY.” That did the job! As for Vyvanse, I’ve tried it but found that it became less effective much faster than adderall. They always quickly tell me, and never act weird about it. It simply worked. call your doc before making any decisions. The Aurobindo brand did not seem as smooth as the Sandoz brand. 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