Overdose
With the right care, an amphetamine overdose can cause a wide range of symptoms but is rarely lethal. As dosage increases and drug tolerance to amphetamine declines, the severity of overdose symptoms also rises. Up to 5 grams of amphetamine per day, or nearly 100 times the maximum daily therapeutic dose, have been known to be taken by some people. The signs of a moderate and extremely large overdose are given here; convulsions and coma are typical symptoms of lethal amphetamine poisoning.
The symptoms of an Adderall or other amphetamine overdose can range from minor to severe. Sometimes, death is a possibility. In minor circumstances, you might feel:
- confusion
- headaches
- hyperactivity
- nausea
- vomiting
- rapid breathing
- stomach pain
In extreme situations, you might feel:
- hallucinations
- panic
- aggressiveness
- fever of 106.7°F (41.5°C) or higher
- tremors
- hypertension
- heart attack
- break down of muscles, or rhabdomyolysis
- death
Seek immediate emergency medical attention if you believe an Adderall overdose has occurred. Waiting till your symptoms worsen is not advisable. Call your local emergency services if symptoms worsen. While you wait for help to arrive, make an effort to maintain your composure and keep your body cool.
