http://www.allaboutdrugs.info/methamphetamine/what-is-the-difference-between-methamphetamine-and-the-prescribed-adhd-medication-adderal-amphetamines/ Find Great Information to Educate Yourself About All Types of Drugs and Medication Sun, 04 Jul 2010 09:12:35 -0400 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 hourly 1 http://www.allaboutdrugs.info/methamphetamine/what-is-the-difference-between-methamphetamine-and-the-prescribed-adhd-medication-adderal-amphetamines/comment-page-1/#comment-623 Guillerm Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:32:52 +0000 http://www.allaboutdrugs.info/methamphetamine/what-is-the-difference-between-methamphetamine-and-the-prescribed-adhd-medication-adderal-amphetamines/#comment-623 Methamphetamine and Adderall are two VERY different drugs. Chemically, methamphetamine contains a methyl group in the composition of the drug. This creates different effects. Amphetamines, like Adderall, do NOT cause de-calcification of bones and teeth, but extensive use of Adderall can cause liver damage. Also, if Adderall is taken for a long period of time, you require more of the drug to give you the same effect. Ultimately, most patients end up changing drugs once they hit the maximum dose. Methamphetamine isn't available commercially (or "medical grade") because it's categorized as a Schedule 1 Drug, meaning it has no medical purpose in the eyes of the government. Regardless of where it's produced, methamphetamine will still have damaging effects. The only thing that is circumvented is the possibility of an "impure" drug. Ever hear the term "meth lab?" Adderall abuse can lead to extreme weight loss, liver failure, heart palpitations and heart attacks. Take only as directed and even then tell your doctor if it seems like too much. Methamphetamine and Adderall are two VERY different drugs.
Chemically, methamphetamine contains a methyl group in the composition of the drug. This creates different effects.
Amphetamines, like Adderall, do NOT cause de-calcification of bones and teeth, but extensive use of Adderall can cause liver damage. Also, if Adderall is taken for a long period of time, you require more of the drug to give you the same effect. Ultimately, most patients end up changing drugs once they hit the maximum dose.
Methamphetamine isn’t available commercially (or “medical grade”) because it’s categorized as a Schedule 1 Drug, meaning it has no medical purpose in the eyes of the government. Regardless of where it’s produced, methamphetamine will still have damaging effects. The only thing that is circumvented is the possibility of an “impure” drug. Ever hear the term “meth lab?”
Adderall abuse can lead to extreme weight loss, liver failure, heart palpitations and heart attacks. Take only as directed and even then tell your doctor if it seems like too much.

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