Dosage for ADHD
Adults (ages 18 years and older)
The typical starting dosage is 5 mg 1 or 2 times per day.
Dosage increases: This dosage can be increased by 5 mg every week to achieve the desired effect.
Children (ages 6 to 17 years)
The typical starting dosage is 1 or 2 times per day.
Dosage increases: This dosage can be increased by 5 mg every week to achieve the desired effect.
Children (ages 3 to 5 years)
The typical starting dosage is 2.5 mg 1 or 2 times per day.
Dosage increases: This dosage can be increased by 2.5 mg every week to achieve the desired effect.
Children (ages 0 to 2 years)
Extended-release capsule
Adults (ages 18 years and older)
The typical starting dosage is 20 mg once per day.
Dosage increases: This dosage may be increased or decreased each week to achieve the desired effect.
Children (ages 13 to 17 years)
The usual starting dosage is 10 mg once daily.
Dosage increases: This dosage can be increased to 20 mg once daily after the first week if needed.
Children (ages 6 to 12 years)
The typical starting dosage is 5 mg or 10 mg once per day.
Dosage increases: This dosage can be increased by 5 mg or 10 mg each week until it has the desired effect.
Children (ages 0 to 5 years)
Adderall XR is not recommended for treating ADHD in children under the age of 6 years.
Dosage for narcolepsy
Adults (ages 18 years and older)
The usual starting dosage is 10 mg once per day.
Dosage increases: The dosage can be increased by 10 mg every week until it has the desired effect.
Children (ages 12 to 17 years)
The usual starting dosage is 10 mg once daily.
Dosage increases: The dosage can be increased by 10 mg each week until it has the desired effect.
Children (ages 6 to 11 years)
The typical starting dosage is 5 mg once per day.
Dosage increases: The dose may be increased by 5 mg each week until it has the desired effect.