adderall and cannabis use

Until recently, most studies on weed and ADHD were about “cannabis use disorder,” the official term for marijuana addiction. A 2013 study found 35 percent of adolescents with ADHD had used substances, mainly alcohol and cannabis, compared to 20 percent of teens without the disorder. But the relationship between ADHD, Adderall and weed is more complex.
For many people with ADD/ADHD, the first course of action is a prescription for an amphetamine (Adderall) or a methylphenidate (Ritalin). Many are diagnosed as kids and put on these strong drugs when they are as young as five years old. In fact, according to the CDC, 10.4% of American children ages five to 17 had an ADHD diagnosis between 2013 and 2015.
For kids who struggle to pay attention, Adderall and other stimulants help them focus and complete tasks, but they also include a host of unpleasant side effects such as anxiety, headaches, nausea, and delayed growth. For students and adults, Adderall is a common way to stay up late and get ahead either at work or school. Prescriptions aren’t very hard to get and the same is true for black market pills. However, apart from side effects, addiction and dependence are also risks.How Long Does Adderall Stay in Your System

While weed might not help everyone concentrate, there’s enough anecdotal evidence to suggest that it’s worth trying, especially for people who get ill or don’t feel like themselves on Adderall. Here’s our complete guide.

Is it safe to mix weed and Adderall?

It’s probably not great for your heart to smoke weed as soon as the Adderall kicks in, but unless you have a heart condition, it shouldn’t be a problem. Paranoia can increase, but many on ADHD meds smoke weed to help with the side effects of the medication. This includes loss of appetite, nausea, trouble sleeping, anxiety, and stomachaches.
Many also use weed after a long day or night on Adderall to help with the comedown and for sleep. The truth is, weed and Adderall is certainly at least as safe as mixing Adderall with prescription drugs used to relax or sleep, like Klonopin, Xanax, or Ambien. Weed is also safer than alcohol, which many use to unwind and fall asleep after Adderall.How Long Does a Weed High Last?

Weed and Adderall: Can One Replace The Other?

In the past few years, there’s been more anecdotal evidence as well as survey data and a few research studies to support the claim that weed can directly help with ADHD symptoms—not just the side effects of Adderall.Oxycodone vs Hydrocodone