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Smart Drug - Insight into Statistcs and Impact
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todayÂ’s students are reaching for far more dangerous substances to help them get those last few chapters crammed. HereÂ’s a shocking infographic unveiling the startling number of college students using-and abusing-stimulants and other drugs. Shire Pharmaceuticals created the drug known as Adderall back in 1996 to help children diagnosed with ADD/ADHD, along with those suffering from narcolepsy. Right from the beginning, the drug is adopted for off-label use, such as aiding soldiers during times of war. By 2010, over $39 million dollars is spent on 32,000 prescriptions. With over 18 million prescriptions being written nationwide, the government decides to implement a ceiling for the drugÂ’s main ingredient, Amphetamine. These numbers show that the drug is being abused by thousands of people. Adderall may help ADD/ADHD and narcolepsy, but the side effects are serious. Side effects from Adderall can include tremors, depression, trouble sleeping, uneven heartbeat, hallucinations, and even seizures.
