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Why Alcohol and Adderall Do Not Mix

One of the most commented upon questions we have gotten here on ADHD Central was from a mom who wanted to know what effects there would be for her son if he drank alcohol while taking a medication prescribed for ADHD, Adderall. To clear up any confusion we wish to provide you with information on why mixing alcohol and Adderall is a potentially dangerous combination.

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Some people intentionally combine these drugs to attempt to party for longer.

By Merely Me— Last Modified: 11/07/2012, First Published: 08/12/2011

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