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Adderall and coffee are central nervous system stimulants. Taking the two together can enhance their effects, potentially causing adverse side effects.
People taking Adderall should remember that stimulants are also addictive, which is another reason to limit extra caffeine intake from coffee.
In this article, we look at the individual effects of Adderall and caffeine before examining the side effects that could occur when taking the two together.
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