What is Adderall? A Doctor’s Guide to ADHD Medication [2025 Update]


What is Adderall? As a prescription medication combining amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, Adderall ranks as the fifteenth most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with over 32 million prescriptions in 2023. This central nervous system stimulant is considered a first-choice treatment option for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a condition affecting more than 15 million U.S. adults according […]