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Q: Can Adderall cause yeast infections?

I have been prescribed Adderall for the past year and have noticed an increase in yeast infections for the past 6 months. I have always been prone to them especially when taking antibiotics but now they have been developing at least once a month. They develop different times of the month and I have been watching all the common causes like watching my sugar, sexual intercourse, etc. I can't seem to find the trigger or cause from all these yeast infections.
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Eileen Bailey, Health Guide
3/17/11 2:35pm

Thank you for your question and welcome to ADHDCentral.com.

 

I am not a medical professional and would not be able to give you medical advice.

 

Yeast infections are not listed on the common side effects of Adderall and I have not heard anything about Adderall causing yeast infections.

 

I would suggest speaking with your doctor or pharmacist. He would know better whether or not adderall can be one of the causes of your frequent infections.

 

Eileen

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Merely Me, Health Guide
3/18/11 6:07pm

Hi Britt

 

There can be a number of causes for yeast infections and sometimes it may be a case where it isn't a yeast infection at all...but something else.  Have you been to see a gynecologist to officially determine that this is a recurring yeast infection?

 

I did find one study about Adderall causing oral Candidiasis in rats.  I am not sure what conclusions one can draw from such a study but it is interesting.

 

Here too is an ADD forum where other patients talk about wondering if there is a connection with their stimulant and yeast infections

 

I think that some side effects are not as known as others.  This could possibly be a side effect.  I would consult with your doctor and gynecologist about possible causes and treatment for these recurring yeast infections.

 

Thank you for your question.

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By Britt— Last Modified: 03/19/11, First Published: 03/16/11