Answer: well they are the complete opposites, she might need the sleeping pills because the adderall wont let her sleep.. i use to take adderall but it made me feel cracked out and my mind wouldnt stop racing.. depending on your mother in-laws health i would ask the doc. they dont seem like they would mix well at all.. red flaglots of b 12 (sublingual) the new Focus vitamins that are on the market. lots of potassium from food or supplements . a lot depends on how old you are. i'm 56 and I take adderall and it makes a big difference for me. without any side affects. keepgtrying till you find what's right for you.