Side effects of Adderall XR

[Naturegames12]

Has anyone else developed a sore throat or cough on Adderall XR? If so does regular Adderall have the same effect.

I’ve recently (about 4-5 months ago) started ADHD meds after being off for about 8 years. I suffer from EDS (excessive daytime sleepiness) in addition to ADHD of the primarily inattentive type. I find vyvanse and/or Ritalin to be helpful in terms of making me alert and functional which of course has the secondary benefit of improving my executive function issues. With adderall not only am I more alert but it also has a marked impact on my executive function and task management in addition to the wakefulness. It is unfortunately a little harder to sleep and more concerning is I seen to have developed a mild sore throat and am constantly clearing my throat all day. I hate to have to stop something that is allowing my brain to function better but this is really annoying. It’s been a few weeks and I’m not 100% sure it’s the meds though an internet search does list it as a side effect. So I’m wondering if anyone else has experienced this as well and how you dealt with it?

[Sandman2]

I have been on this forum for a long, long time and don't remember anyone ever complaining of sore throat, etc due to adderall....but, that might also be because they had more serious complaints (to them).  And I do think it is very possible that acid reflux is the culprit.  Try treating that (pepcid) and see what happens.  Wondering if you have come under more stress lately...which can contribute to or cause acid reflux.  You also might experiment with a stronger Vyvanse dose.  You can go higher then the recommended dose.   Hope this helps.