Dextroamphetamine and Amphetamine (Oral Route)

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Proper Use

Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. If too much is taken, it may become habit-forming (causing mental or physical dependence) .

If you think this medicine is not working properly after you have taken it for several weeks, do not increase the dose. Instead, check with your doctor .

This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions .

Swallow the extended-release capsule whole with water or other liquids. If you cannot swallow the extended-release capsule, you may open it and sprinkle the medicine into a small amount of applesauce. Stir this mixture well and swallow it right away without chewing. Do not store this mixture for future use. Do not crush or chew the medicine inside the capsule .

You may take the extended-release capsule with or without food .

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For oral dosage form (tablets):
  • For attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder:
    • Adults and children 6 years of age and older—At first, 5 milligrams (mg) one to two times a day. Your doctor may increase your dose if needed.
    • Children 3 to 5 years of age—At first, 2.5 mg daily. Your doctor may increase your dose if needed.
    • Children younger than 3 years of age—Use is not recommended .
  • For narcolepsy:
    • Adults, teenagers, and children 12 years of age and older—At first, 10 mg daily. Your doctor may adjust your dose if needed.
    • Children 6 to 12 years of age—At first, 5 mg daily. Your doctor may increase your dose if needed.
    • Children younger than 6 years of age—Dose must be determined by your doctor .

• For oral dosage form (extended-release capsules):
  • For attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder:
    • Adults—20 milligrams (mg) once a day in the morning.
    • Children and teenagers 6 to 17 years of age—At first, 10 milligrams (mg) once a day in the morning. Your doctor may adjust your dose if needed.
    • Children younger than 6 years of age—Dose must be determined by your doctor .

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

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