Both are stimulant medications prescribed to treat ADHD. Adderallĭexedrine is the brand name for dextroamphetamine sulfate Adderall is the brand name for dextroamphetamine/levoamphetamine salts. It is an amphetamine.ĭexedrine may improve focus and decrease impulsivity and hyperactive behavior, hallmark symptoms for some patients with ADHD.ĭexedrine is also used to treat narcolepsy.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Dexedrine is a federally controlled substance (“Schedule II Stimulant”) because it can be abused or lead to dependence. Dexedrine (Generic Name: dextroamphetamine sulfate) is a long- or short-acting capsule, taken orally, that is primarily used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD or ADD) in children ages 3-12, adolescents, and adults.
