SLEEP 2026 | What are the cardiovascular effects of a single dose of Adderall?

Bhanu Prakash Kolla, MD, MRCPsych, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, discusses insights from a recent publication examining the cardiovascular effects of a single dose of Adderall in healthy young adults. He highlights transient increases in heart rate and blood pressure and explains why these findings are relevant for understanding the risks associated with stimulant misuse, particularly in individuals with underlying cardiovascular vulnerabilities. This interview took place at the 40th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies (APSS) in Baltimore, MD.

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