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Hey Carrie, good morning to you and glad to hear you had a good day. I haven’t go much experience yet but from all I’ve read, and what I’ve seen with my students over the years, basic ritalin tablets, or methylphenidate, goes to work right away. Other types of methylphenidate, time release, etc, can take more time. That isn’t to say there won’t be adjustments made along the way with ritalin, as you get use to or adapt to your dose.
I think you may have been experiencing the meds the other day. I know many, even on this forum, have said they will have successful days like that but not consistantly. The way I look at it, some good productive days are better than none, but I would love it to be consistent.
I was up most of the night, on and off, sick, totally dehydrated….lost 7 lbs in one day (trust me, won’t be permanent). I feel better this morning after laying in bed for 9 1/2 hours, slept about 5 restless hours. I took my 5 mg this morning with a little oatmeal (bland) and now, an hour later, not a single stomach issue. Can’t really be sure if the med is working but I think my brain is settling down a little. I had a gazillion thoughts racing through my mind last night….quite overwhelmed. Hope I have a better day and hope you continue to have a good experience.
Nice sharing with someone. thanks
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