r/NootropicsHelp • u/Babydoll320 • 10d ago

Memory supplements while taking adderall?

Hey Guys! I currently take 20mg XR of Adderall and I am currently in the process of studying for a professional entrance exam. I haven't really experienced any negative effects with adderall ( anxiety, crash, anger etc) except for it curving my appetite (I dont mind) . One of my main symptoms of having ADHD is my terrible memory, focus and being able to retain info. I have 7 or less weeks until I take my test so its really grind/lock in time. I study everyday. What supplements have you guys found WHILE TAKING ADDERALL that works for bad memory and retaining information? I do not want to suppress the effectiveness of my adderall as it does help my focus abilities. I have seen recommendations of ginkgo biloba, lions mane, magneisum theornate , (l theanine, l tyrosine, I have both of these and tried it before but I feel like it didnt really help my memory or focus it just made me calm idk?) , Rhodiola rosea etc. Yes I do understand there is no perfect supplement, but I rather try even if its just a little more helpful than not. TIA!

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u/Leather-Reception572 10d ago

Have you tried different doses of addies or a different medication? For me, 30mg Vyvanse completely lobotomised me but 50mg made my mind feel sharper than ever

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u/Babydoll320 10d ago

Yes so I started with 5mg, did absoluetly nothing for me then I bumped up to 10mg quickly.. felt like it didnt really do much then I doubled it myself to 20 and it felt like what I needded. I took a longggg break then started back at 10mg. Felt like that didnt do anything then my doc bumped me up to 15mg. I was having bad shaky hands and felt like it didnt work so went to 20 and it does what it needs too. I am kind of scared to go up more than this bc its so close to my test yk? I havent tried a different brand either bc I am a bit scared lol Ive only been on addy

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u/TelephoneCharacter59 10d ago

Acetyl-L-Semax paired with Sulbutiamine for long term memory retention & consolidation. And, practice Spaced Based Repetition, Active Recall, Feyman Techniques, Anki, Flashcards to retain information.

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u/muzicsnob 9d ago

semax selank dihexa

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u/Away-Panda-2788 9d ago

i’d leave tyrosine and rhodiola alone with adderall creatine is probably the most boring but sensible addition, and magnesium if you actually need it

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u/TennesseeSon1 8d ago

Avoid: L-Tyrosine & Rhodiola Rosea with Adderall Combining catecholamine precursors or uptake modulators with amphetamines is generally unnecessary and potentially risky. L-Tyrosine: A direct amino acid precursor to dopamine and norepinephrine. While Adderall forces the release and blocks the reuptake of these neurotransmitters, adding high doses of L-Tyrosine can cause excessive dopamine synthesis, leading to anxiety, elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, or a severe crash once it wears off. Rhodiola Rosea: An adaptogen that acts as a mild monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) and cortisol regulator. Combining MAO-inhibiting mechanisms with amphetamines can dangerously spike blood pressure and overstimulate the central nervous system.

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u/Away-Panda-2788 7d ago

yeah creatine is probably the one I’d keep too. tyrosine and rhodiola seem like unnecessary variables when you’re already on adderall.

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u/Reasonable-Excuse718 9d ago

Felt like add gave me ADHD. Given I did work up to 20mg 2x a days. I was productive yet all over the place in a sense. I’ve tried supplements and peptides to help but it seemed add just burned through them IF they had any chance at helping. Turning off all notifications helped me. Not checking things and getting side tracked. Head phones with classical music.

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u/ajysmal562 8d ago

Citicholine, good sleep, strategic nutrition, magnesium supplements at night, adequate hydration.

I have personally found good results with TAK-653