Almost 11 Yr Old New Start At 20mg? Adderall Xr

My daughters doc placed her on Adderall XR starting at 20mg. She is almost 11 but tall and over 100lbs which was docs reason for starting higher. I haven't given it yet. The pharmacist told me it's a middle of the road dose but most start lower. Of course he didn't see how big she is. Anyone able to let me know if this is normal to start at 20mg? She has been tested in school, by a psychologist, and by parent and teacher rating scales. She also tests as having some ODD which the doc thinks is more from the ADD. She is not diagnosed as hyper. Please let me know!

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It can vary by age and weight, so it is always best to follow a doctor's instructions, but don't be afraid to ask them questions, if you are worried.

The FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia, irritability, weight loss, and anorexia.

Has she started it, yet? If so, how is she doing?

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My daughter went on this too and it took awhile to get to the perfect adjustment and times of day. She was about 130 pounds and 5'2 when she began so chubby a bit. I watched her very closely. It had to be adjusted several times. What brand is she on (that makes a huge difference) and fyi I have ADHD too (problems as a child) but now 53 and starting addy too. Where do you live? I am in NYC...only certain pharmacy's mostly CVS and Walgreens and the generic Teva stink.

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