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Stimulants

Adderall (amphetamine salts)

Street names: Adderall IR, Speed (diverted), Study drug

⚡What it does

  • Focus, wakefulness, mild euphoria

⚠Key risks

  • Dependence and tolerance
  • Cardiovascular strain
  • Counterfeits contain meth or caffeine-heavy mixes

✚Overdose signs

  • Racing heart, chest pain
  • Panic, aggression
  • Overheating

Category comparison — Stimulants

SubstanceClassTop risksStreet price
Adderall (amphetamine salts)Schedule IIDependence and tolerance; Cardiovascular strain~$3–$15 per 30 mg tablet
CocaineSchedule IIHeart attack/stroke even in young users; Severe addiction — craving cycle~$60–$120 per gram
Speed (amphetamine paste)Schedule IIInsomnia, anxiety, paranoia; Heart strain and overheating~$10–$40 per gram
MethamphetamineSchedule IIAddiction — among the most addictive drugs known; Meth mouth, skin sores, psychosis~$20–$100 per gram
Adderall XRSchedule IISame as Adderall; long duration masks sleep debt; Beads snorted bypass XR mechanism~$5–$20 per 30 mg capsule
Methylphenidate (Ritalin)Schedule IIDependence; cardiovascular strain; Injecting crushed tablets causes lung damage~$2–$10 per 20 mg tablet
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.

?Frequently asked questions

What does Adderall (amphetamine salts) look like?

Blue/peach round tablets (5–30 mg IR), imprint 'AD'

What are the signs of a Adderall (amphetamine salts) overdose?

Racing heart, chest pain; Panic, aggression; Overheating Call emergency services immediately.

How addictive is it?

Dependence and tolerance Dependence can develop with regular use.

🔗Sources & further reading

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