Re: Recently diagnosed, but questions regarding medication

[Anonymous]

newboy,

I assume your doctor knows the medication you were on and what your prior experience.

If it is a psychiatrist with experience in treating young adults then he/she will have experience in prescribing and the side effects.

Loss of Appetite is quite normal. That usually lessens over time. Insomnia can be a problem depending on when you take the medication. That again may subside over time.

I found that when I started and with each subsequent dosage increase I experienced things like stomach upset. They went away each time within a couple. I am on Concerta and no significant side effects

Each person has different experiences. Your side effects were quite severe. The 10 mg Adderall and 20mg Ritalin are considered starter doses. The doctor will raise dose to get best response

Your doctor will have to determine what med is best for you.

Stimulants

Concerta, Adderall and Ritalin are considered first line therapy. They are first choice because these drugs are found to be effective in a broad range of patients and has been found to be very safe.

I don’t know about the side effects for Vyvanse. Vyvanse is also being investigated for possible treatment of Major Depressive Disorder,

Non-Stimulant

Other drugs like Strattera are considered an alternative therapy. (second choice). It has not been out on the market that long and the jury is still out as far as effectvieness

Natural treatment

There are some nutrients such as Omega 3″ fish oil which are being studied and seem to aid in concentration

In the book below, Dr. Hallowell reviews nutrients that are helpful. Vitamin B12 deficiency i would think you are on supplements already

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A must read is ‘Delivered from Distraction’ Dr E Hallowell. It will answer all your questions and it is written by Dr. hallowell who is an expert on ADHD/ADD and has ADHD.

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