After the nicotine is gone, and the brain stops releasing the positive neurotransmitters, smokeless tobacco users feel tired, depressed, and down. Nicotine also causes the brain to release a chemical called dopamine. Other very addictive drugs like cocaine make the brain release dopamine, too.
The short acting form of Adderall is taken by patients twice a day in tablet form. The recommended starting dose for children 3 to 5 years of age 2.5 mg daily; children 6 years or older is 5 mg once or twice daily. Depending on the individual, an adultâs usual dose is 5 mg to 60 mg daily.
Common Side Effects of Adderall. Taking Adderall may make you dizzy. It is recommended that you do not drive or operate machinery until you know how Adderall affects your body. Adderall has not been studied in children younger than age 6. Adderall may affect your child's growth. Your child's doctor will check your child's height and weight often. Let your doctor know if you or your child has heart problems, heart defects, high blood pressure, or a family history of heart problems. Heart-related problems reported with stimulants include: