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Has anyone else taken Adderall for their narcolepsy type 2 and how well did it control your symptoms?

A MyNarcolepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Ashtabula, OH
May 19
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A MyNarcolepsyTeam Member

Yes, I take 50 mg of Adderall daily to combat fatigue. Instant release, chopped up into pieces works best for me. This is not a perfect solution, but it improves my quality of life tremendously! Work with your doctor to find the most effective dosage for your situation. 🩷🧡

May 25
A MyNarcolepsyTeam Member

Hello! I take 80mg a day. 10mg quick in the morning as soon as I wake up, 30mg slow around 8/9am, 30mg slow around 2pm and another 10mg around 4/5pm. It does help but only if you don’t sit or lay down at all. You have to start doing something right away or it will do the opposite.

June 17
A MyNarcolepsyTeam Member

I used Adderall for a while, but it stopped working after a few months.

June 4
A MyNarcolepsyTeam Member

I take Adderall for my IH and it is the only med that works really well for me. Good luck I hope it works just as well for you

May 24
MyNarcolepsyTeam

Adderall (an amphetamine) is one of the stimulant medications that can be prescribed for narcolepsy type 2 to help manage excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). It works by increasing nervous system activity to help you stay awake and alert.

Many MyNarcolepsyTeam members have shared experiences with stimulant medications, and Show Full Answer

Adderall (an amphetamine) is one of the stimulant medications that can be prescribed for narcolepsy type 2 to help manage excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). It works by increasing nervous system activity to help you stay awake and alert.

Many MyNarcolepsyTeam members have shared experiences with stimulant medications, and results can vary quite a bit from person to person. Finding the right medication — or combination of medications — often takes some trial and error with your doctor. Other medication options your doctor might consider alongside or instead of amphetamines include:

- Modafinil — a wakefulness-promoting stimulant
- Sodium oxybate — helps improve nighttime sleep quality, leading to better daytime alertness
- Pitolisant — boosts histamine in the brain to promote wakefulness
- Solriamfetol — regulates neurotransmitters tied to the sleep-wake cycle

Up to 85% of people with narcolepsy and EDS see symptom improvement with medication, which is encouraging!

It's always worth discussing your specific response to Adderall openly with your doctor, especially if symptoms aren't fully controlled, as adjustments or combinations may help.

May 19

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